Mental and Emotional Health Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Which statement BEST describes managing one's emotions?

Emotions should always be suppressed.

Emotions can be accepted and expressed in a healthy way. (correct)

Emotions should be ignored.

Emotions are irrelevant to mental health.

Emotions are reactions triggered by events or thoughts.

False

Which group is more susceptible to hormonal changes?

Children

Adults

Elderly

Teenagers (correct)

Why are teenagers more susceptible to changing emotions?

Teenagers are more susceptible to mood changes because of the hormonal changes taking place in their bodies. Signup and view all the answers

List and describe three common defense mechanisms.

Denial, suppression, repression, projection, and compensation. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the steps to managing one's emotions.

Recognize, accept, and control your emotions. Signup and view all the answers

All of the following are true about emotions EXCEPT:

Emotions only occur in some individuals. Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the basic emotions we all experience?

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

An individual will only feel stress in negative situations.

False Signup and view all the answers

Describe the process for managing emotional stress.

Express feelings, take care of yourself, develop resilience, and keep things in perspective. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Managing Emotions

Managing emotions involves accepting and expressing feelings in a healthy manner.

Nature of Emotions

Emotions can be triggered by various events or thoughts, and while they often occur understandably, the statement claiming emotions are reactions to all thoughts is considered false.

Impact of Hormones

Teenagers are particularly vulnerable to hormonal changes which can lead to fluctuations in mood and emotional states.

Reasons for Mood Sensitivity in Teenagers

Hormonal changes inherent in teenage development lead to chemical variations in the body that significantly impact emotional stability.

Common Defense Mechanisms

Denial: Unconscious refusal to acknowledge obvious truths.
Suppression: Actively pushing unpleasant experiences from awareness.
Repression: Subconsciously holding back unpleasant thoughts from conscious thought.
Projection: Attributing one’s own faults and feelings onto others.
Compensation: Attempting to offset perceived weaknesses through positive actions or gifts.

Steps to Manage Emotions

Recognize your emotions: Identify feelings such as sadness, jealousy, happiness, or anger.
Accept your feelings: Validate your emotions and come to terms with them.
Control your reactions: Develop strategies to manage emotional responses, especially in negative situations.

Universal Nature of Emotions

Emotions are inherent to all individuals; the claim that emotions only occur in some people is false.

Basic Emotions

Core emotions experienced by people include anger, fear, happiness, sadness, guilt, love, and surprise.

Understanding Stress

Stress is not limited to negative situations; individuals can experience stress in a variety of contexts.

Managing Emotional Stress

Express your feelings openly rather than suppressing them.
Prioritize self-care and listen to your body’s signals.
Build resilience to effectively recover from emotional challenges.
Maintain perspective by focusing on a positive outlook to mitigate stress impact.

Description

Test your knowledge on managing emotions and emotional health through this set of flashcards. Explore statements about emotional management and learn about hormonal changes in teenagers. Perfect for anyone looking to improve their understanding of emotional well-being.