Managing Emotions Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Which group is more susceptible to hormonal changes?

Teenagers (correct)

Toddlers

Married women

Men

All of the following are true about emotions EXCEPT:

Emotions only occur in some individuals. (correct)

Emotions are reactions of the mind.

Emotions are often expressed by body language.

Emotions are present in all people.

Why are teenagers more susceptible to changing emotions?

Teenagers are more susceptible to changing emotions because of hormonal changes and developmental factors that trigger mood swings.

What is the trigger of most of our negative emotions?

The trigger for most of our negative emotions are our Absolutes. Signup and view all the answers

An individual will only feel stress in negative situations.

False Signup and view all the answers

List and describe three common defense mechanisms.

Rationalization, Denial, Suppression. Signup and view all the answers

Emotions are reactions triggered by events or thoughts.

True Signup and view all the answers

Describe the process for managing emotional stress.

Expressing feelings, taking care of yourself, developing resilience, and keeping things in perspective. Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the basic emotions we all experience?

Anger, happiness, fear, surprise, love, guilt, sadness. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement BEST describes managing one's emotions?

Emotions can be accepted and expressed in a healthy way. Signup and view all the answers

Emotional events that lead to stress include __________.

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

__________ is a feeling of anticipated distress, danger, or hurt.

Fear Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a healthy coping strategy?

Reacting quickly to frustrating experiences Signup and view all the answers

Keeping things in perspective and expressing your feelings are defense mechanisms.

False Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the BEST way of staying objective when dealing with an emotional person?

Listen carefully Signup and view all the answers

Everyone will experience most emotions at some point in their life.

True Signup and view all the answers

Stress can cause eating disorders and depression.

True Signup and view all the answers

A person is more likely to get sick while experiencing poor emotional health.

True Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is NOT true about emotions?

Experiencing negative emotions is always unhealthy. Signup and view all the answers

Every individual can interpret emotions accurately.

False Signup and view all the answers

What is resilience and how can we use it in school?

Resilience is the ability to bounce back from difficult situations and can be used in school by maintaining connections, accepting change, avoiding impossible views, and keeping a positive self-view. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Hormonal Changes and Emotions

Teenagers are more susceptible to hormonal changes, affecting their emotional states.
Mood swings are common due to these hormonal fluctuations, resulting in rapid emotional transitions.

Nature of Emotions

Emotions are universal and present in all individuals, often expressed through body language.
Negative emotions frequently stem from personal "Absolutes," or strong beliefs about how things should be.

Stress and Emotional Response

Stress can occur in both negative and positive situations, challenging the belief that it arises only in adverse contexts.
Emotional events that can induce stress include family issues, such as divorces or the loss of loved ones.

Defense Mechanisms

Common defense mechanisms include:
- Rationalization: Creating excuses to justify experiences.
- Denial: Unconsciously ignoring stressful events.
- Suppression: Consciously pushing away thoughts or events to avoid dealing with them.

Basic Emotions

Basic emotions encompass anger, happiness, fear, surprise, love, guilt, and sadness, all of which are universally experienced.

Healthy Emotional Management

Emotions can be expressed and accepted in healthy ways for better emotional management.
Effective strategies for managing emotional stress involve expressing feelings, self-care, resilience, and maintaining perspective.

Coping Strategies

Healthy coping strategies include admitting emotions, honesty with oneself, and using positive outlets for energy.
Reacting impulsively to frustration is deemed an unhealthy coping strategy.

Objective Emotional Interaction

Listening carefully is the best way to remain objective when interacting with emotional individuals, as it promotes understanding and support.

Emotional Health and Well-being

Poor emotional health can lead to increased vulnerability to illness, eating disorders, and depression.
Experiencing negative emotions is not inherently unhealthy; it can contribute to personal growth when managed effectively.

Resilience

Resilience is the ability to recover from difficult situations.
In a school context, resilience can be fostered by maintaining supportive relationships, accepting change, and maintaining a positive self-view.

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Description

Test your knowledge of emotional management with these flashcards. This quiz covers various aspects of emotions, including susceptibility to hormonal changes and the universality of emotional experiences. Challenge yourself and enhance your understanding of how emotions function in different individuals.