Healthy Mind Platter Quiz

Exercise is an integral part of our health, both physical and mental. Exercise improves mood, increases focus, and

• increases stress.

• increases anxiety.

• reduces concentration.

• reduces stress.

When we closely focus on tasks, and create goals and intentions for our self that are meaningful and personal, we change the neural networks of our brains. What part of the adolescent brain helps with focus and making decisions (and all executive functioning skills), but has a prolonged period of development?

• Limbic System

• Brain Stem

• Parietal Lobe

• PreFrontal Cortex

Sleep is the glue that holds you together! A good night's sleep directly impacts our mental health, resulting in better overall mood, improved physical health, improved memory, and restored energy.

How many hours of sleep per night is recommended for adolescents?

• 5-6 hours

• 7-8 hours

• 9-10 hours

• 11-12 hours

Making connections with friends is important for our brain health. Spending time laughing with friends helps reduce stress and aids in managing our emotions. Our ability to process emotions is controlled by which subcortical structure?

• Amygdala

• Pituitary Gland

• Cerebellum

• Basal Ganglia

Time spent playing outdoors and in green spaces can improve mood, decrease symptoms of depression and anxiety, and sharpen focus and attention span. What part of our brains control our ability to run, balance, and coordinate movements?

• Brain Stem

• Cerebellum

• Occipital Lobe

• Frontal Lobe

Cultivating time to relax and restore your energy is really important for brain health. Downtime replenishes the brain's stores of attention and motivation, encourages productivity and creativity, and helps our brains recharge. The branch of the Peripheral Nervous System that is in charge of "Rest and Digest" is the...

• Central Nervous System

• Parasympathetic Branch

• Sympathetic Branch

• Somatic Nervous System

The work of creating a healthy mind is important for both adolescents and adults. Practicing mindfulness and introspection helps shrink the amygdala, weakens the connections between the amygdala and pre-frontal cortex, creating less reactivity and better emotional regulation. The study of the brain and nervous system is called?

• Philanthropy

• Archery

• Biology

• Neuroscience

Engaging in regular physical activity is known to enhance cognitive function and brain health. Which neurotransmitter, often referred to as the 'feel-good' chemical, is released during exercise, contributing to improved mood and reduced anxiety?

• Dopamine

• Adrenaline

• Serotonin

• Cortisol

Learning new skills and hobbies can stimulate the brain and improve connections in the brain. This process is crucial for brain health as it involves the creation of new neural connections. What is the term used to describe the brain's ability to change and adapt as a result of experience?

• Neurogenesis

• Neuroplasticity

• Neurotransmission

• Neurodegeneration

Staying hydrated is essential for maintaining optimal brain function and overall health. Water makes up what percentage of the human brain, highlighting the importance of adequate fluid intake?

• 50-60%

• 60-70%

• 70-80%

• 80-90%