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Boundaries

• Guidelines or rules a person lives by.

• Physical barriers that separate different areas.

• Legal restrictions imposed by authorities.

• Emotional limits set by individuals.

Major Depression

• A condition characterized by intense positive feelings that enhance daily life.

• A condition identified by intense negative feelings that do not go away and negatively affects daily life.

• A temporary mood disorder that resolves quickly without treatment.

• A condition that only affects physical health and not emotional well-being.

Respect

• a feeling of admiration for someone or something based in abilities, qualities, or achievements.

• a strong dislike for someone due to their actions.

• an indifference towards others' opinions and feelings.

• a temporary emotion that fades quickly.

Emotional Needs

• The need to feel accepted, appreciated, and cared about.

• The need for physical safety and security.

• The need for financial stability and wealth.

• The need for social media validation and likes.

Stress

• The body's response to mental or physical pressure caused by events in your life, the actions of other people, or your own choices.

• A feeling of happiness and contentment in life.

• A state of complete relaxation and calmness.

• An emotional reaction to positive experiences.

Self-Injury

• Occurs when people hurt themselves on purpose, in any way, or for any reason.

• A method of coping with stress and anxiety.

• A sign of seeking attention from others.

• A behavior that is always associated with mental illness.

Psychiatrist

• A medical doctor who specializes in mental health, including substance use disorders.

• A healthcare professional who provides physical therapy.

• A nurse who assists in surgical procedures.

• A psychologist who conducts research on mental health.

Anorexia

• An eating disorder characterized by excessive eating and weight gain.

• An eating disorder in which a person starves their body and weighs 15% or more below the healthy weight for their age.

• A condition where individuals binge eat and then purge to control weight.

• A psychological disorder that involves an obsession with healthy eating and exercise.

Body language

• Communication done verbally through spoken words.

• Communication done nonverbally through gestures and movements.

• Communication done through written text and symbols.

• Communication done through facial expressions only.

Brain development

• The series of processes that lead to the formation and proper functioning of your brain.

• A method of enhancing memory through repetition.

• The process of learning new skills and knowledge.

• A technique used to improve cognitive abilities through exercises.