Unit 7: Stress, Coping, and Mental Health Answers

Which part of the body activates a person’s fight-or-flight response?

The amygdala is the brain’s emergency command center.

“I know this test is likely to be hard. I’m afraid I’m going to fail,” Chen thinks as the biology teacher hands out exam forms. “But I studied a lot and planned my time well. I will do my best.” What skill is Chen practicing in this scenario?

Emma visits a “haunted house” attraction that is part of a local theme park. While she is inside, her heart races and her breathing becomes shallow. A few times she is so scared that she screams aloud. What kind of stress is Emma experiencing?

What hormone causes the heart to beat faster?

What addictive element do many people get from using social media and other technologies?

According to the National Institutes of Health, what percentage of Americans struggle with some type of mental health issue?

Can a mostly positive mental attitude affect a person physically?

At first, stress eating can make a person feel what?

Governments can make a difference on public health issues not only by passing laws but also by providing education and training.