Mental and Emotional Health Flashcards
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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?

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

    List and describe three common defense mechanisms.

    <p>Denial, suppression, repression, projection, and compensation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe the steps to managing one's emotions.

    <p>Recognize, accept, and control your emotions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All of the following are true about emotions EXCEPT:

    <p>Emotions only occur in some individuals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some of the basic emotions we all experience?

    <p>Anger, fear, happiness, sadness, guilt, love, and surprise.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An individual will only feel stress in negative situations.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe the process for managing emotional stress.

    <p>Express feelings, take care of yourself, develop resilience, and keep things in perspective.</p> 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.

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    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.

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