Health Final

Carbohydrates

Quick energy

Fats

Necessary for insulation, long-lasting energy, and transport of vitamins.

Protein

Necessary for growth and repair of muscle, tissues and cells.

Vitamins

Do not provide calories for energy.

Minerals

Do not provide calories for energy.

Water

Does not provide calories for energy.

Physical (Dimension of Wellness)

Refers to the health of the body.

Mental (Dimension of Wellness)

Refers to the cognitive abilities of an individual.

Emotional (Dimension of Wellness)

Involves understanding and managing feelings.

Social (Dimension of Wellness)

Refers to relationships and social connections.

Spiritual (Dimension of Wellness)

Involves personal beliefs and values.

Environmental (Dimension of Wellness)

Refers to living in harmony with the environment.

ABCDs of Skin Cancer

Asymmetry, Border, Color, Diameter.

Abstinence

A choice to not participate in ANY genital contact/sexual intercourse.

Effects of Drinking

Judgment is impaired, inhibitions reduced, senses dulled, major motor skills impaired.

Age of Consent in the State of IL

17 years old, unless there is authority, then it is 18.

Aggressive Communication

Seeks and dominates situations; does not respect others' feelings or rights.

Antibiotics

Treatment for most Bacterial STD/STIs.

Assertive Communication

Expresses needs/wants while considering others; uses I-statements.

Atherosclerosis

Disease characterized by plaque build-up in the arteries.

Average Menstrual Cycle

28 Days.

Bacterial STD/STIs

These can be treated and cured (e.g., chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis).

Barrier Birth Control Methods

Methods that block sperm from entering an opening.

Body fluids that can transmit HIV/AIDS

Blood, semen, vaginal fluid, and breast milk.

Cancer

Cells become abnormal and duplicate uncontrollably.

Quick energy

Primary purpose of carbohydrates.

Cerebellum

Part of the brain that controls balance and coordination.

Cerebrum

Part of the brain that controls judgment, decision making, and rational thinking.

Cesarean Section

Surgical procedure to remove a baby from the mother's abdomen.

Chlamydia and Gonorrhea

Can be asymptomatic; symptoms may include yellow discharge and pain with urination.

Chronic (diseases)

Disease that cannot be cured and will be present for life.

Cirrhosis

Scarring of the liver.

Codependency

Basing self-esteem on helping others and experiencing negative consequences as a result.

Criminal Sexual Assault

Sexual penetration of any orifice without consent, involving force or threat.

Days 1-5 of the Menstrual Cycle

Menstrual flow occurs; a new egg is maturing in the ovary.

Days 6-12 of the Menstrual Cycle

Endometrium thickens.

Days 13-14 of the Menstrual Cycle

Ovulation occurs; an ovum is released from the ovary.

Days 15-20 of the Menstrual Cycle

Corpus luteum secretes hormones to support pregnancy.

Days 21-28 of the Menstrual Cycle

Corpus luteum disintegrates; menstrual flow begins again.

Dependence

Physical dependence is body needing a drug; psychological dependence is perceived need.

Dependent Person (role in chemically dependent family)

The person who has an addiction problem.

Distress

Negative or destructive stress.

Dopamine

Neurotransmitter released in the Limbic System as part of the survival and reward system.

Early Detection

Key to survival and successful treatment of most cancers.

Ectopic Pregnancy

Pregnancy that occurs outside the uterus.

Emergency Contraceptive Pill or Morning-After Pill

Should be taken within 72 hours of sex for effectiveness.

Enabler (role in chemically dependent family)

Covers up for the dependent.

Enabling

Actions that minimize consequences or maintain denial of addiction.

Estrogen

Female sex hormone.

Eustress

Positive, motivating stress.

Extrinsic Motivation

Motivation driven by external rewards or avoidance of consequences.

Factors Influencing Blood Alcohol Content (BAC)

Amount, speed of consumption, gender, body size, age, food, feelings, carbonated beverages.

Fat

Necessary for insulation, long-lasting energy, and transport of vitamins.

Fatal (disease)

Disease that can result in death if not treated.

Fertilization

Union of ovum and sperm, occurs in fallopian tubes.

Fraternal Twins

Occurs when two ova are released and fertilized by different sperm.

Heart Attack

Sudden loss of blood to the heart muscle, resulting in tissue death.

Heart (Cardiovascular) Disease

Diseases resulting from damage to the heart and blood vessels.

Hero (role in chemically dependent family)

The family member who is perceived as the success of the family.

Herpes

Sores or blisters that are contagious and painful.

Hormone Birth Control Therapies

Prevent ovulation, thicken cervical mucous, and prevent implantation.

Hypertension

Chronic high blood pressure; known as the 'silent killer'.

Identical Twins

Occurs when one fertilized ovum divides into two separate cells.

Intrinsic Motivation

Motivation based on personal enjoyment or interest.

Leading Cause of Death for ADULTS

Heart disease.

Leading Cause of Death for TEENS

Accidents.

Life of an EGG (ovum)

1-2 days.

Life of a SPERM

7 days.

Limbic System

Controls survival and reward mechanisms in the brain.

Lost child (role in chemically dependent family)

Withdraws from problems within the family.

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs (Esteem)

Includes self-esteem, confidence, achievement, and respect.

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs (Love/Belonging)

Includes friendship, family, and sexual intimacy.

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs (Physiological)

Breathe, food, water, sex, sleep, homeostasis.

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs (Safety)

Security of body, resources, and health.

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs (Self-Actualization)

Reaching one's fullest potential and creativity.

Medulla and Brain Stem

Controls breathing, swallowing, heart rate.

Menstruation

Flow of unfertilized egg and uterine lining from the body.

Miscarriage

Natural end of pregnancy before the fetus can survive independently.

Most Common Bacterial STD/STI

Chlamydia.

Most Common Viral STD/STI

HPV.

Natural Birth Control Methods

Natural Family Planning, Calendar Method, Abstinence.

One drink of BEER

12 oz.

One drink of HARD LIQUOR

1.5 oz.

One drink of WINE

4-5 oz.

Ovulation

Release of a mature ovum from one of the ovaries.

Oxidation

Breakdown of alcohol in the liver.

PAP Smear

Medical exam for cervical cancer, recommended at age 21 or upon first sexual activity.

Paps smear Test

Test for cervical cancer detection.

Passive Communication

Unwillingness to express thoughts or feelings; often self-sacrificing.

Percent of the victims who KNOW their Sexual Attacker

80% of victims.

Personality is determined by

Birth order, heredity, environment, and personal experiences.

Placenta

Organ that anchors the baby to the uterus.

Post-Partum Depression

Condition affecting up to 10% of recently delivered women.

Progressive (disease)

Disease that worsens over time.

Protein

Necessary for growth and repair of muscle, tissues and cells.

Safe Haven Law

Law allowing infants to be dropped off with no questions asked.

Scapegoat (role in chemically dependent family)

Person who is often blamed for family issues.

Signs of an unhealthy relationship

Manipulation, obsession, and dependence on others for self-worth.

Stage 1 of Child Labor

Dilation of the cervix, which is the longest stage.

Stage 2 of Child Labor

Delivery of the baby.