Resilience in the Brain Quiz

Resilience can be developed over time.

• True

• False

What factors contribute to building resilience?

• Diet and exercise

• Social status and wealth

• Educational background and intelligence

• Genes and life experiences

Resilience is a result of the interplay between genes and _____.

• dietary habits

• life experiences

• brain size

• genetic mutations

All of the following are correct applications of resilience except:

• Resilience can be built over time.

• Resilience involves an interplay between genes and life experiences.

• Resilience makes individuals invincible.

• Resilience helps maintain good functioning under adversity.

Select two correct aspects of resilience:

• Dependence solely on genetic factors.

• Influence of life experiences.

• Complete immunity to stress.

• Ability to thrive under adversity.

Adult brains cannot recover from past negative experiences.

• True

• False

What is the first step to improve resilience?

• Identify your core strengths and weaknesses

• Stop negative experiences from stacking up

• Set realistic and achievable goals

• Develop a strong support network

With the right support, everyone everywhere can become more _____.

• successful

• resilient

• intelligent

• healthy

All of the following are correct applications except...

• Creating a safe environment

• Offering learning opportunities

• Providing responsive relationships

• Ignoring the child's past experiences

Select two correct outcomes of the mentorship.

• Immediate complete recovery

• Improved coping skills

• Increased isolation

• Reduced toxic stress