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Question 1

Three S’s

Answer 1

Importance for well-being and mental health, and resiliency

Question 2

Stress

Answer 2

• state of emotional strain or unease, and is normal response to the demanding situations or pressures experienced in day-to-day life

Question 3

Sleep

Answer 3

• state of mind and body characterized by altered or reduced consciousness
• good quality sleep plays a crucial role in both physical and mental health

Question 4

Self-regulation

Answer 4

• control over behaviour, thoughts, and emotion which can interact w/ each other
• governing emotions and choices to be appropriate to context and to avoid feeling like your feelings are driving and overwhelming you

Question 5

Impact of Substance Use and Misuse on Brain dev. and Refinement

Answer 5

• too much alcohol, inappropriate or excessive use of stimulants, regular cannabis use can derail development

Question 6

When does most bran growth happen

Answer 6

• adolescence and into early adulthood

Question 7

How does brain improve speed, efficiency and complexity of cognitive functioning

Answer 7

• synaptic pruning
• myelination

Question 8

Sensitive brain

Answer 8

• sensitive and plastic during adolescence which can support learning and positive growth in the right env. and circumstances
• in diff/ circumstances involving a risky env., can lead to sig. well-being, mental health and academic problems

Question 9

Finding healthy daytime routine

Answer 9

• incorporating time to connect socially w/ friends and loved ones
• spend time relaxing in nature
• regularly participate in cardiovascular exercise
• finding ways to cope w/ stress and relax (mindfulness, yoga)