Unit 2: Lists Flashcards
Developmental Asset
Building blocks of development that help young people grow up as healthy, caring, and responsible individuals
Developmental Asset #1: (S)
Support: Family / Family Communication Adult Support Caring Neighbors Parent involvement in school
Developmental Asset #2: (E)
Empowerment:
Valued in community
Community Service
Safety at home, school, + neighborhood
Developmental Asset #3: (B)
Boundaries (+ Expectations):
Clear rules/consequences at home and school
Positive peer influence
High expectations from elders
Developmental Asset #4: (C, T)
Constructive Use of Time: Creative Activities Youth Programs Religious Activity Hang out with friends WITH a purpose
Developmental Asset #5: (C, L)
Commitment to Learning:
Motivated to do well in school
Spend 1+ hour on homework every day
Care about reading
Developmental Asset #6: (P, V)
Positive Values: Values helping others Believes in equality + social justice Stand up for one's own beliefs Honest and responsible Ability to restrain
Developmental Asset #7: (S, C)
Social Competencies: Planning / Decision Making Empathy, sensitivity, friendship skills Cultural Competence Conflict Resolution Skills
Developmental Asset #8: (P, I)
Positive Identity: Personal power In control of life High self esteem Purpose in life
Defense Mechanism
Mental processes that protect individuals from strong or stressful emotions and situations
Defense Mechanism #1: (S)
Suppression:
Conscious, intentional pushing of unpleasantness from one’s mind
Defense Mechanism #2: (Rep)
Repression:
Involuntary pushing of unpleasant feelings out of the conscious thought
Defense Mechanism #3: (Rat)
Rationalization:
Making excuses to explain a situation to one’s own personal benefit
Defense Mechanism #4: (Reg)
Regression:
Reverting to behaviors more characteristic of an earlier stage of development rather than dealing with the conflict in a mature manner
Defense Mechanism #5: (De)
Denial:
Unconscious lack of acknowledgement of something that is obvious to others
Defense Mechanism #6: (C)
Compensation:
Making up for weaknesses + mistakes through gift-giving, hard work, or extreme efforts
Defense Mechanism #7: (P)
Projection:
Attributing your own feelings/thoughts to another person/group
Defense Mechanism #8: (I)
Idealization:
Seeing someone else as perfect, ideal, or more worthy than everyone else, particularly yourself
Defense Mechanism #9: (Di)
Displacement:
Taking out one’s frustrations, feelings and impulses out on somebody/something else
Factors to Mental Health Problems
- Biological Factors
- Life experiences
- Family Beliefs / Family Behavior
Mental Health Indicators
- Emotional Well Being
(Satisfaction, happiness) - Psychological Well Being
(Self-acceptance, personal growth, purpose of life) - Social Well-Being
(Beliefs)
Types of Warning Signs: Stress
- Behavior
- Cognitive
- Physical
- Emotional
Stress Warning Signs: Behavioral
Eating more / less
Isolation from others
Sleeping too much / too little
Stress Warning Signs: Cognitive
Memory Problems
Inability to Concentrate
Seeing only the Negative
Stress Warning Signs: Physical
Aches + Pains
Constipation
Dizziness + Nausea
Stress Warning Signs: Emotional
Moodiness
Short Tempter
Agitation
Stress Management (6 Items)
- Learn to recognize stressor / stress
- Get enough sleep
- Exercise
- Vent
- Personal Time
- Positive Thinking
Depression Management (5 Items + 1 Fact)
- Talk to someone
- Be around positive people
- Stay involved in activities that bring joy
- Exercise
- Sleep Habits
Fact: Untreated depression is the leading cause of suicide
Main Causes of Stress
- Personal Time
- School
- Family Life
- Social Relationships
- Sports/Clubs
Symptoms of Anxiety
Rapid Heart Rate
Muscle Tension
Feelings of dread, fear, panic
Anxiety Disorders
Phobia
OCD
PTSD
Panic Disorder
Causes of Depression (5 Items)
Biological Chemistry Hormones Inherited Traits Inherited Child Trauma Learned patterns of negative thinking
Signs of Depression
Social Isolation
Being Bored
Fear of Death
Risk Factors: Suicide
Mental Illness Substance Abuse Previous Suicide Attempts Stressful Life Issues Depression
Dealing With: Suicide
Take it seriously
Remember: It’s a cry for help
No secrets
Get help sooner than later
Stages of Grief
- Denial / Numbness
- Emotional Release
- Anger
- Bargaining
- Depression
- Remorse
- Acceptance
- Hope
Developmental Assets: List all
- Support
- Empowerment
- Expectations and Boundaries
- Constructive Use of Time
- Commitment to Learning
- Positive Values
- Positive Identity
- Social Competence
Defense Mechanisms: List all
- Suppression
- Repression
- Rationalization
- Regression
- Denial
- Compensation
- Projection
- Idealization
- Displacement
