12 Questions
What does the World Health Organization define as mental health?
A state of well-being where individuals realize their potential and can cope with the normal stresses of life
Which of the following is identified as a mental illness by the Canadian Mental Health Association?
Anxiety disorders
According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which need is related to striving for self-actualization?
Maintaining self-esteem
Do mental health and mental illness exist on a continuum according to the text?
No, good mental health can exist in individuals with mental illnesses
Which of the following is not a characteristic of psychologically healthy people?
Fear of themselves
What is the term used to describe a positive force that motivates you to work hard and perform well?
Eustress
According to the Cognitive Transactional Model of Stress and Coping, which two systems are at work in physical responses to stress?
Nervous system and Endocrine system
Which of the following is not a characteristic of self-actualization?
Fear of the world
What was the 10-month relapse rate for the exercise group?
8%
Which group showed the largest reduction in depressive symptoms?
Exercise group
What is the difference between state anxiety and trait anxiety?
State anxiety is a transitory emotional response to a specific situation, while trait anxiety is a relatively stable level of anxiety proneness.
What is the fear associated with social phobia?
Fear of embarrassment or humiliation while being observed by others
Test your knowledge about mental health, stress, depression, anxiety, and the relationship between physical activity and psychological well-being. This quiz covers the definitions, types, and effects of mental health issues along with the role of physical activity in mitigating them.
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