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Questions and Answers
Why is it important for our brain to have a filtering system?
Why is it important for our brain to have a filtering system?
- To make quick judgments and assumptions
- To settle the nervous system (correct)
- To challenge new information
- To process the 4 billion bits of data it takes in per second
What is one way to challenge our judgments and assumptions?
What is one way to challenge our judgments and assumptions?
- Ignoring new information
- Accepting our judgments as facts
- Being non-judgmental (correct)
- Holding our breath
Which brain function takes priority over all others?
Which brain function takes priority over all others?
- Processing new information
- Noticing and responding to threat (correct)
- Clever thinking
- Making judgments and assumptions
In what situations do we judge quicker according to the text?
In what situations do we judge quicker according to the text?
What is the purpose of the lectures mentioned in the text?
What is the purpose of the lectures mentioned in the text?
Which of the following statements about stress is true?
Which of the following statements about stress is true?
Which part of the brain is switched off when we are dysregulated?
Which part of the brain is switched off when we are dysregulated?
What can happen if someone experiences overwhelming trauma and other complicating factors?
What can happen if someone experiences overwhelming trauma and other complicating factors?
What is the purpose of the alarm system in our nervous system?
What is the purpose of the alarm system in our nervous system?
What is the window of tolerance?
What is the window of tolerance?
What is the role of safe and meaningful social connection in reducing stress?
What is the role of safe and meaningful social connection in reducing stress?
What is the impact of neglect on a child's ability to heal from other wounds?
What is the impact of neglect on a child's ability to heal from other wounds?
What is the purpose of attachment relationships between infants and caregivers?
What is the purpose of attachment relationships between infants and caregivers?
What are some signs that a child may be traumatized?
What are some signs that a child may be traumatized?
What happens when a person is exposed to overwhelming stress or trauma?
What happens when a person is exposed to overwhelming stress or trauma?
What is one of the key factors in helping a traumatized child heal?
What is one of the key factors in helping a traumatized child heal?
What is one possible challenge when supporting a child who has experienced neglect or harm?
What is one possible challenge when supporting a child who has experienced neglect or harm?
What is an important quality for 'safe' adults supporting traumatized children to have?
What is an important quality for 'safe' adults supporting traumatized children to have?
What are some of the factors that have been proven to make a real difference in a child's well-being?
What are some of the factors that have been proven to make a real difference in a child's well-being?
Who can provide support for a traumatized child besides parents?
Who can provide support for a traumatized child besides parents?