Module 4- Psychology

Question 1

What is the definition of mental health from WHO 2010?

Answer 1

State of well-being in which an individual 1.Realizes their own abilities
2. Can cope with normal stresses of life
3. Can work productively
4. Is able to contribute to their community

Question 2

What is the definition on mental health from Canadian Mental Health Association?

Answer 2

Resilience, self actualization, balance, ability to enjoy life

Question 3

What is mental illness?

Answer 3

Refers to a wide range of mental health conditions or disorders that affect your mood, behaviour, and thinking
-depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, eating disorders, addictions

Question 4

What happened in the Stress-Vulnerability Model?

Answer 4

Rat 1 pressed a button and was shocked then got a treat.
Rat 2 was shocked at the same time as Rat 1 and also given a treat.
Results showed that if it is self inflicted it won’t harm you as much
Rat 1’s outcome ended up better

Question 5

Who was most lonely during the pandemic?

Answer 5

People who made less than $50,000

Question 6

Covid pandemic mostly affected what age and gender?

Answer 6

Females age 18-29 and 65+ were more lonely, males and female age 30-64 were equal

Question 7

Who did the peak of Covid restrictions cause higher anxiety, depression and loneliness in?

Answer 7

Individuals from lower income households
People living alone or with parents
Young females

Question 8

What does in mean to have a good psychological well-being?

Answer 8

Life is going well
Feeling good
Functioning effectively
Knowing painful emotions are normal

Question 9

When is psychological well-being compromised?

Answer 9

When negative emotions are extreme or very long lasting and interfere with a persons ability to function in their daily life

Question 10

Examples of good psychological well-being?

Answer 10

Happiness
Contentment
Interest
Engagement
Confidence
Affection
Having some control over one’s life
Having a sense of purpose
Experiencing positive relationships

Question 11

Asymmetries in brain activation may reflect…..

Answer 11

A persons typical emotional style

Question 12

What examples play a crucial role during formation of psychological well-being

Answer 12

Life events
Parental influences
Environmental factors

Question 13

3 drivers of psychological well-being?

Answer 13

Personality
Demographic factors
Socioeconomic factors

Question 14

Psychological well-being is influenced by…..

Answer 14

Early environment

Question 15

What is happiness?

Answer 15

Resilience, self-actualization, balance (effectively juggling multiple demands), and an ability to enjoy life. (Canadian Mental Health Association)

Question 16

What is the relationship between health and happiness?

Answer 16

Physical ailments can increase mental health issues

Question 17

Define Altruism

Answer 17

The belief in or practice of disinterested and selfless concern for the well-being of others

Question 18

People who are emotionally kind and compassionate are…..?

Answer 18

Generally more happy, health and better well-being and longevity

Question 19

How does happiness affect the human body

Answer 19

Predicts lower heart rate and blood pressure
Healthier patterns of heart rate variability
Less likely to develops coronary heart disease
Strengthen your immune system

Question 20

Stress can trigger……

Answer 20

Biological changes in our hormones and blood pressure

Question 21

2008 study on happiness and disease or disability

Answer 21

Studied 10,000 Australians
Participants who reported being happy and satisfied with life most or all the time were about 1.5 times less likely to have long-term health conditions