Unit 2: Mental and Emotional Health Exam

Scenario: Mia feels balanced, enjoys time with friends, and finds purpose in volunteering. Which option best analyzes her mental and emotional health?

• She exhibits good mental and emotional health

• She has high self-esteem but may lack purpose

• She relies too much on external validation

• She is likely avoiding negative emotions

Which option best evaluates the role of self-discovery in building a healthy identity?

• Comparing yourself to peers to find strengths

• Seeking constant approval from others

• Exploring new interests and reflecting on values

• Sticking to familiar activities to avoid risks

Scenario: Jayden feels worthless unless he gets likes on social media. This suggests a need for:

• Setting higher academic goals

• Internal validation and self-acceptance

• More social media engagement to boost confidence

• Avoiding all online platforms

Which option best analyzes how low self-esteem might affect behavior?

• Expressing needs confidently in groups

• Accepting feedback without self-doubt

• Taking risks to prove personal worth

• Setting realistic goals consistently

Scenario: Alex hides his sadness after a breakup, pretending everything is fine. This is an example of:

• Effective conflict resolution

• Strong emotional intelligence

• Healthy emotional expression

• Unhealthy suppression of feelings

Which option best evaluates a sign of difficulty with emotional regulation?

• Using art to express feelings

• Avoiding situations that trigger emotions

• Journaling to process anger

• Talking openly with a friend

Scenario: When offered feedback, Sam snaps, “You’re just jealous!” What defense mechanism is Sam likely using?

• Denial: Ignoring the feedback’s truth

• Rationalization: Justifying the reaction

• Repression: Blocking emotions unconsciously

• Projection: Attributing flaws to others

Scenario: During exam week, Taylor feels overwhelmed and can’t focus. Which mindfulness practice could help most?

• Focusing on breath to stay present

• Watching videos to distract from stress

• Criticizing their study habits

• Skipping sleep to study more

Which option best applies to a healthy way to manage anger?

• Suppressing it to stay calm

• Arguing to release tension

• Engaging in physical exercise

• Ignoring it until it fades

Scenario: Emma reads others’ moods well and supports friends during tough times. This shows:

• Constant optimism

• High emotional intelligence

• Avoidance of her own emotions

• Overcontrol of reactions