LIFE SKILLS EXAM FLASHCARDS

What are life skills?

Abilities that help individuals deal effectively with everyday life challenges.

What are the three main types of life skills?

Emotional, Social, and Thinking skills.

What is self-awareness?

Understanding your own emotions, strengths, and weaknesses.

What is self-esteem?

How much you value and respect yourself.

What is an interpersonal relationship?

A connection or interaction between two or more people.

Name types of relationships.

Friends, family, acquaintances, colleagues, pets, romantic.

What is the role of family in relationships?

Provides support, survival needs, and development.

What is the role of friendships?

Provide emotional support, trust, and shared experiences.

What is the first stage of a relationship?

Acquaintance (initial meeting).

What happens in the build-up stage?

Relationship starts developing.

What is the continuation stage?

Stable, ongoing relationship.

What is deterioration?

Relationship begins to weaken.

What is termination?

Relationship ends.

What are the two types of communication?

Verbal and Non-verbal.

What is non-verbal communication?

Communication through body language, gestures, etc.

What is the difference between hearing and listening?

Hearing is passive; listening is active and attentive.

What is peer pressure?

Influence from others to act in a certain way.

Is peer pressure always negative?

No, it can be positive or negative.

What is stress?

Mental or emotional tension caused by difficult situations.

What is acute stress?

Short-term stress (e.g., before an exam).

What is episodic acute stress?

Frequent short-term stress.

What is chronic stress?

Long-term stress over weeks or months.

What is eustress?

Positive stress that motivates.

What is distress?

Negative stress that harms well-being.

Name sources of stress.

Academic pressure, career uncertainty, personal issues.

What are coping strategies?

Methods to manage stress effectively.

Give examples of coping strategies.

Time management, talking to others, relaxation.

Why is managing emotions important?

Helps in better decisions and relationships.

What is empathy?

Understanding and sharing others’ feelings.

What is assertiveness?

Expressing your thoughts confidently and respectfully.

What are thinking skills?

Skills used for problem-solving and decision-making.

What is critical thinking?

Analyzing information logically before making decisions.

What is creative thinking?

Finding new and innovative ideas.

What does “Blood is thicker than water” mean?

Family bonds are stronger than other relationships.

Give one argument against it.

Family relationships can sometimes be toxic.