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Worksheets0004: Mental and Emotional Health
Total questions: 98
Worksheet time: 49mins
Match the core characteristics of positive mental and emotional health with their correct descriptions:
Self-awareness
Understanding one’s thoughts, emotions, and behaviors
Self-esteem
Having a realistic and positive sense of self-worth
Emotional regulation
Managing feelings like anger, sadness, or stress in constructive ways
Resilience
Bouncing back from challenges or failure with healthy coping strategies
Empathy
Recognizing and respecting the feelings of others
Positive mental and emotional health refers to the ability to _____, build strong relationships, and regulate one’s emotions in healthy ways.
cope with life’s challenges
ignore your feelings
avoid all problems
depend on others for happiness
suppress your emotions
Which of the following is NOT a core characteristic of positive mental and emotional health?
Self-awareness
Self-esteem
Emotional regulation
Physical strength
Match the following terms with their correct definitions:
Strong communication skills
Expressing needs, feelings, and boundaries clearly and respectfully
Positive relationships
Forming supportive, respectful, and fulfilling social connections
Sense of purpose
Having goals, direction, and meaning in life
Optimism and hope
Maintaining a generally positive outlook even in adversity
Healthy coping strategies
Using methods like problem-solving, exercise, and asking for help when stressed
Mental health is related to ________ and cognition, while emotional health is related to feelings and mood.
thinking
exercise
nutrition
sleep
Which of the following focuses on problem-solving, focus, and stress management?
Mental Health
Emotional Health
Which of the following includes empathy, expression, and control?
Mental Health
Emotional Health
Mental health includes learning and decision-making.
True
False
Emotional health focuses on identifying and expressing emotions appropriately.
True
False
Which of the following is NOT an indicator of positive mental and emotional health in students?
Engaged in learning and goal-setting
Uses healthy outlets for stress
Manages conflict with aggression
Shows gratitude, hopefulness, or contentment
A student who is able to ask for help when needed demonstrates a positive indicator of ________ health.
mental and emotional
physical
environmental
financial
Which of the following is a healthy coping strategy?
Ignoring stress
Using problem-solving and exercise
Avoiding social connections
Suppressing emotions
Practicing mindfulness or emotional reflection is an indicator of positive mental and emotional health in students.
True
False
Which of the following is a key indicator of positive emotional health in adolescents?
Never feeling angry or sad
Ignoring problems to avoid stress
Being able to express feelings in appropriate ways
Avoiding social interaction whenever possible
Match the Positive Mental Health Trait with its Real-Life Example:
Self-esteem
Feels confident trying a new activity without fear of failure
Resilience
Learns from a failed test and studies harder for the next one
Emotional control
Takes a deep breath instead of yelling when angry
Empathy
Supports a friend going through a tough time
Purpose
Sets short- and long-term goals and works toward them
Mental and emotional well-being refers to an individual's ability to _________.
manage emotions effectively
ignore all emotions
avoid social interactions
suppress feelings constantly
never experience stress
Mental and emotional well-being refers to an individual's ability to cope with ________ and challenges.
stress
happiness
wealth
popularity
Which of the following is a key aspect of mental and emotional well-being?
Maintaining satisfying relationships
Ignoring emotions
Avoiding challenges
Isolating oneself
Mental and emotional well-being includes the ability to function ________ in daily life.
productively
lazily
negatively
sporadically
Having a positive sense of ________ and purpose is part of mental and emotional well-being.
self
weather
color
height
Match the biological factor with its example:
Genetics
Imbalance of serotonin, dopamine, or cortisol
Neurochemistry
Trauma, poor prenatal care, or injury can affect brain functioning
Brain development
Family history of depression, anxiety, or bipolar disorder
What are some hormonal changes that can affect mental health?
Puberty, menopause, thyroid imbalance
Vitamin C deficiency, dehydration, sunburn
Broken bones, muscle strain, sprained ankle
High cholesterol, low calcium, iron overload
Which of the following is an example of how self-esteem influences mental health?
Poor habits disrupt mood
Positive self-image supports mental resilience
Substance use harms well-being
Negative self-talk increases stress
Healthy strategies like journaling and exercise are examples of good ________ skills.
coping
cooking
driving
reading
Negative self-talk, catastrophizing, or rigid thinking increase stress. Which influence do these examples relate to?
Thought patterns
Physical health
Social environment
Dietary habits
Poor sleep and nutrition habits disrupt mood, energy, and emotional stability.
True
False
Substance use, unprotected sex, or delinquency can harm emotional well-being. Which psychological or behavioral factor does this describe?
Risk-taking behavior
Emotional intelligence
Social conformity
Cognitive dissonance
Stable, supportive home life fosters resilience. Which social or interpersonal factor does this describe?
Family support
Peer pressure
Workplace stress
Community violence
Positive friendships help buffer stress and build identity.
True
False
Bullying or social isolation can lead to anxiety, depression, or suicidal thoughts. Which influence does this describe?
Bullying/social isolation
Healthy relationships
Physical activity
Balanced diet
Healthy romantic relationships build emotional maturity, while unhealthy ones cause stress.
True
False
Cultural or religious identity can provide meaning, support, and resilience, or conflict if there’s rejection or discrimination. Which influence does this describe?
Cultural or religious identity
Economic status
Physical environment
Technological advancement
Academic pressure or toxic work culture affect well-being. Which environmental or societal factor does this describe?
School/work environment
Genetic factors
Personal hygiene
Dietary habits
Violence or fear reduces emotional security. Which environmental or societal factor does this describe?
Community safety
Nutritional value
Physical activity
Academic achievement
Match the Protective Factors with their corresponding Risk Factors:
Strong social support network
Isolation or peer rejection
Effective coping and problem-solving skills
Substance use or avoidance behaviors
Physical activity and healthy lifestyle
Chronic illness or poor sleep/nutrition
Safe, inclusive school or community environment
Exposure to violence or discrimination
Access to quality mental health services
Stigma, lack of services, or unaffordability
Lack of services, stigma, or cost can delay _________
help-seeking
recovery
diagnosis
treatment
Social media can promote unrealistic comparisons and worsen _________
self-esteem
weather
hunger
mathematics
Poverty, food insecurity, and housing instability increase _________
chronic stress
physical fitness
nutritional intake
financial security
Which of the following is a protective factor for mental health?
Substance use or avoidance behaviors
Chronic illness or poor sleep/nutrition
Strong social support network
Exposure to violence or discrimination
Which of the following is a risk factor for mental health?
Effective coping and problem-solving skills
Safe, inclusive school or community environment
Access to quality mental health services
Isolation or peer rejection
Health educators help students identify how their ________ and ________ influence mood and stress.
environment; behaviors
friends; family
diet; exercise
goals; achievements
Reducing stigma around mental illness is one way health educators can help students.
True
False
A student reports having trouble sleeping, skipping meals, and feeling hopeless after being bullied online. Which of the following sets of factors are influencing their emotional well-being?
Biological and environmental
Social and behavioral
Nutritional and cognitive
Legal and physical
Brain chemistry, heredity, and hormonal shifts are examples of ________ factors.
Biological
Environmental
Cultural
Social
Coping skills, exercise, screen time, and substance use are examples of ________ factors.
Behavioral
Genetic
Environmental
Nutritional
Peer/family relationships, bullying, and support networks are examples of ________ factors.
Social
Biological
Environmental
Economic
Neighborhood safety, school climate, and access to healthcare are examples of ________ factors.
Environmental
Genetic
Nutritional
Technological
Nutrition, sleep, time management, and stress exposure are examples of ________ factors.
Lifestyle
Genetic
Environmental
Economic
Match the following categories of mental and emotional disorders with their correct definitions:
Mood Disorders
Disordered patterns of eating tied to body image and control
Impulse Control Disorders
Inability to resist urges or impulses that may harm self or others
Personality Disorders
Enduring patterns of behavior that deviate from cultural expectations
Anxiety Disorders
Intense, excessive worry, fear, or panic
Psychotic Disorders
Disruptions in thinking or perception (e.g., delusions, hallucinations)
Conditions involving prolonged or extreme changes in emotion or mood are called ________.
Mood Disorders
Anxiety Disorders
Personality Disorders
Psychotic Disorders
Inability to resist urges or impulses that may harm self or others is characteristic of ________.
Impulse Control Disorders
Mood Disorders
Personality Disorders
Anxiety Disorders
Enduring patterns of behavior that deviate from cultural expectations are known as ________.
Personality Disorders
Mood Disorders
Anxiety Disorders
Psychotic Disorders
Intense, excessive worry, fear, or panic are symptoms of ________.
Anxiety Disorders
Mood Disorders
Personality Disorders
Psychotic Disorders
Disruptions in thinking or perception (e.g., delusions, hallucinations) are symptoms of ________.
Psychotic Disorders
Mood Disorders
Anxiety Disorders
Personality Disorders
Disordered patterns of eating tied to body image and control are called ________.
Eating Disorders
Mood Disorders
Personality Disorders
Anxiety Disorders
Disorders that begin in childhood and affect behavior, learning, or communication (e.g., ADHD) are called ________.
Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Mood Disorders
Personality Disorders
Psychotic Disorders
Match the following sources (causes) of mental and emotional disorders with their examples:
Biological
Genetics/family history, brain chemistry imbalances, hormonal shifts
Psychological
Low self-esteem, poor coping skills, trauma, chronic stress
Environmental/Social
Abuse, neglect, bullying, poverty, peer rejection, substance use
Situational/External
Major life events (death, divorce, academic failure, injury)
Which of the following is an example of a situational or external source of mental and emotional disorders?
Genetics/family history
Major life events (death, divorce, academic failure, injury)
Low self-esteem
Abuse, neglect, bullying
Adolescents are especially vulnerable to mental and emotional disorders due to hormonal changes, identity development, peer pressure, and stress.
True
False
Which of the following are examples of Mood Disorders?
Depression, Bipolar Disorder
ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Borderline Personality Disorder, Antisocial Personality Disorder
Schizophrenia
Which signs are associated with Impulse Control Disorders?
Persistent sadness, fatigue, loss of interest
Difficulty sitting still, frequent outbursts, acting without thinking, aggression, rule-breaking behavior
Unstable relationships, intense emotions, manipulation
Hallucinations, delusions, social withdrawal
________ and ________ are examples of Personality Disorders.
Borderline Personality Disorder, Antisocial Personality Disorder
Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder
Schizophrenia, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Panic Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Match the following disorder types to their common signs:
Hallucinations, delusions, disorganized speech, social withdrawal
Anxiety Disorders
Inattention, hyperactivity, poor social communication
Psychotic Disorders
Excessive fear or worry, restlessness, sweating, avoidance behaviors
Eating Disorders
Extreme food restriction, purging, body dissatisfaction, obsession with weight
Neurodevelopmental
Which of the following is a sign of Mood Disorders?
Unstable relationships
Persistent sadness or irritability, fatigue, changes in sleep or appetite, withdrawal from friends, loss of interest in activities, suicidal thoughts
Hallucinations, delusions
Inattention, hyperactivity
Schizophrenia is an example of a ________ disorder.
Psychotic
Mood
Anxiety
Personality
Which of the following is NOT an example of an Eating Disorder?
Anorexia
Bulimia
Binge Eating Disorder
Panic Disorder
ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder are examples of ________ disorders.
Neurodevelopmental
Mood
Anxiety
Personality
Which of the following is a common sign of a mood disorder in an adolescent?
Hallucinations
Sudden high energy and disorganized speech
Persistent sadness and withdrawal
Inability to understand social cues
Health educators should watch for the following mental health warning sign in students: ________
Drop in academic performance
Increased participation in extracurricular activities
Consistent punctuality
Improved social interactions
Health educators should watch for the following mental health warning sign in students: ________
Isolation from friends and activities
Increased participation in group sports
Frequent volunteering for school events
Consistent high academic performance
What are some symptoms of personality disorders?
Manipulation, unstable relationships, intense emotions
Fever, cough, sore throat
Increased appetite, weight gain, improved sleep
Improved concentration, stable mood, strong memory
What are some symptoms of anxiety disorders?
Excessive worry, panic, avoidance of situations
Increased appetite, improved concentration, euphoria
Decreased need for sleep, grandiosity, rapid speech
Loss of coordination, slurred speech, muscle weakness
What are some risk factors for personality disorders?
Family dysfunction, trauma, early abuse
Regular exercise, healthy diet, good sleep
High intelligence, strong social support, optimism
Frequent travel, learning new languages, creativity
What are some risk factors for anxiety disorders?
Stress, family history, trauma
Eating too much fruit, regular exercise, good sleep
Having a pet, drinking water, reading books
Traveling often, learning new languages, watching movies
Which of the following is NOT a role of health educators?
Recognize early warning signs
Refer students to mental health professionals
Reduce stigma by teaching about mental health
Ignore mental health issues
Summarize short- and long-term effects of stress and mental and emotional health disorders.
Short-term effects include headaches and irritability; long-term effects can include depression and heart disease.
Short-term effects include improved memory; long-term effects include increased happiness.
Short-term effects include better sleep; long-term effects include stronger immune system.
Short-term effects include increased energy; long-term effects include reduced anxiety.
What are some short-term physical effects of stress?
Increased heart rate and blood pressure
Decreased breathing rate and lower energy
Permanent muscle growth
Improved digestion and relaxation
What are some short-term emotional and cognitive effects of stress?
Anxiety, irritability, mood swings
Increased appetite, weight gain, improved memory
Enhanced concentration, deep relaxation, happiness
Improved sleep, reduced heart rate, calmness
What are some short-term behavioral effects of stress?
Restlessness or nervous behaviors
Improved concentration
Increased appetite for healthy foods
Sudden increase in physical strength
Which of the following is a symptom of stress?
Muscle tension and headaches
Improved concentration
Increased energy
Enhanced sleep quality
Difficulty concentrating and racing thoughts are symptoms of _______.
stress
hunger
dehydration
boredom
Which of the following is a long-term physical health consequence of chronic stress?
High blood pressure
Anxiety disorders
Strained relationships
Burnout
Match the following long-term effects of chronic stress with their categories:
Physical Health Consequences
High blood pressure, heart disease
Mental/Emotional Consequences
Anxiety disorders, depression
Social/Behavioral Consequences
Strained relationships, social isolation
Weakened immune system and increased infections are _______ health consequences of chronic stress.
physical
emotional
financial
spiritual
Which of the following is a short-term effect of mental and emotional health disorders?
Intense mood swings
High blood pressure
Increased risk of stroke
Poor academic performance
Withdrawal from friends and activities is a ______-term effect of mental and emotional health disorders.
short
long
permanent
delayed
Disrupted sleep or appetite is a short-term effect of mental and emotional health disorders.
True
False
Which of the following is a mental/emotional consequence of chronic stress?
Sleep disturbances, irritability, burnout
Gastrointestinal problems
Increased risk-taking
Poor job performance
Increased use of substances or unhealthy coping is a symptom of _______.
stress
happiness
hydration
exercise
Which of the following is a long-term effect of chronic stress?
Increased heart rate during a test
Difficulty concentrating for a few minutes
High blood pressure and weakened immune system
According to the summary table, what are some examples of short-term stress effects?
Headaches, irritability, concentration problems, upset stomach
Long-term memory loss, chronic fatigue, heart disease, diabetes
Improved sleep, increased appetite, enhanced focus, weight gain
Permanent vision loss, broken bones, hair growth, increased height
According to the summary table, what are some examples of long-term stress effects?
Heart disease, anxiety disorders, depression, weakened immunity
Improved memory, increased energy, better sleep, stronger bones
Rapid hair growth, enhanced vision, increased appetite, faster healing
Lower blood pressure, reduced cholesterol, improved digestion, stronger muscles
According to the summary table, what are some examples of mental disorder effects?
Mood swings, withdrawal, impaired function (short-term); chronic illness, disability (long-term)
Increased appetite, improved memory, rapid healing
Enhanced physical strength, perfect vision, faster reflexes
Constant happiness, unlimited energy, no need for sleep
Which of the following is a stress management technique?
Deep breathing
Watching TV
Eating junk food
Ignoring problems
Regular exercise improves mood and reduces anxiety and depression.
True
False
List two self-help and healthy lifestyle strategies for coping with mental and emotional health disorders.
Stress management techniques (deep breathing, meditation, progressive muscle relaxation, mindfulness) and physical activity (regular exercise).
Ignoring your feelings and avoiding social interaction.
Relying solely on medication without lifestyle changes.
Consuming junk food and avoiding physical activity.
Adequate sleep helps regulate _______ and cognitive function.
emotions
temperature
digestion
posture
Which of the following supports brain health and energy levels?
Adequate sleep
Balanced nutrition
Journaling
Social connection
