Mental Health and Wellbeing in Health & Physical Education

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts related to mental health and wellbeing as outlined in the lecture notes.

What are the 5 dimensions of health?

Physical, social, emotional, mental, and spiritual health.

What is the WHO definition of health?

Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.

Describe the concept of 'window of tolerance'.

The optimal zone of arousal for a person to function effectively in daily life.

What are grounding strategies?

Techniques used to help individuals connect with the present moment and manage distress.

Explain the fight, flight, or freeze response.

A physiological reaction to perceived threats that prepare the body to either confront or flee from danger.

What are common thinking errors?

Cognitive distortions that lead to irrational beliefs and negative emotional experiences.

List the steps of emotion coaching.

1. Be aware of emotions, 2. Connect with the person, 3. Listen with empathy and validate, 4. Label emotions, 5. Find good solutions.

What is a growth mindset?

The belief that intelligence and abilities can be developed through effort and learning.

What does emotional dysregulation refer to?

An inability to control one's emotional responses, affecting mood stability.

Why is managing rejection important for mental health?

Rejection can lead to stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, and even depression, impacting overall wellbeing.