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1
A
stressor
is...
an unhealthy way of managing anger.
something bad that happens.
a way to cope with stress.
anything that causes stress.
2
The less skills & knowledge you expose your brain to, the more connections ("highways") it creates.
False
True
3
Which dog breed was most popular in 2023?
French Bulldog
Golden Retriever
Boxer
German Shepherd
4
The teen brain is more vulnerable to drugs than an adult brain.
True
False
5
Depression can occur for no specific reason.
False
True
6
A helpful phrase for starting a conversation with someone you are concerned about is...
"Just snap out of it!"
"I've noticed..."
"You're sad all the time, what's wrong with you?"
"I'm sure you're fine, this is part of growing up."
7
There is a free App, Dutchess County Helpline, that connects a person to help for themselves/advice to help others
False
True
8
Name the movie
Polar Express
Frozen
Frosty the Snowman
A Christmas Story
9
Teens can train their brains to be experts at specific things. What they don't use they lose. This is called...
SYNAPTIC PRUNING
DOPAMINE
PREFRONTAL CORTEX
LAZINESS
10
Stress Prevention Strategies are Behaviors Done Daily, Continuously.
True
False
11
Who won the 2024 World Series?
Boston Red Sox
LA Dodgers
NY Yankees
NY Mets
12
Which of the following is a possible cause of depression?
Genetics
Neurotransmitters being out of balance
Major life changing event or stressful environment
13
8-10 hours of sleep, not procrastinating, organization, & setting goals are all examples of stress prevention
False
True
14
On average, how many years does it take between first symptoms of a mental health condition and getting help for it?
7
10
2
15
15
Which is not a possible sign of depression?
Change in sleeping & eating habits.
Withdrawing from social activities.
Reckless behavior and use of drugs.
Focusing in class & feeling motivated.
16
The Prefrontal Cortex is responsible for...
SPEECH & EYE SIGHT
DECISION-MAKING & EMOTION CONTROL
BALANCE & COORDINATION
MEMORY & LEARNING
17
Which of the following are true of physical health and mental/emotional health
A person can have a physical injury and an emotional injury
Everyone has both
Both areas can be strengthened as well as treated.
Only physical health can be managed
18
Emotions/ Feelings are not good or bad, they are simply information.
False
True
19
Deep breathing, taking a break, getting fresh air, and a power nap are all examples of this type of stress management.
Coping
Prevention
20
"OMG! What if I fail this test & then fail algebra & never get in to the college of my dreams!" 'What if' thinking is...
Drama
All or Nothing
Personalizing
Catastrophizing
21
A common treatment for clinical depression is ....
There is no treatment
Medication Only
Medication & Therapy
Therapy
22
What does it mean to use
coping strategies
for managing stress?
To stop the stress from happening or decrease its impact on one’s wellness
To take the stress out on another person
To help someone through a tough time
To deal with the stress response while it is happening.
23
Dopamine & serotonin are __________ made in the brain that help regulate mood.
Insulin
Stressors
Feelings
Neurotransmitters
24
The Prefrontal Cortex is finished developing at age 16.
False
True
25
To help with distorted thinking you can use the C-C-C Strategy. What does C-C-C stand for?
Cool It - Change It - Chop It
Catch It - Check It - Change It
Carefree - Collected - Calm
