Signs of Mental Well-being
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Objective
I can identify common characteristics of mental well-being.
Part 1 of 4
Warm-up video
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Part 2 of 4
Key concepts
3 concepts
- 1
According to the Facial Feedback Hypothesis, the act of broadly smiling, even if not happy, can actually lift your mood.
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Psychologists define stress as the process by which we perceive and respond to certain events, or stressors, that we view as challenging or threatening.
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While short-lived stress can be beneficial, chronic stress can lead to serious health problems, including digestive issues and an increased risk of heart disease.
Part 3 of 4
Practice
3 questions
According to the video, what is one characteristic of a positive outlook on life, and what long-term benefit does it offer?
Describe two ways chronic negative emotional states, such as anger or depression, can negatively affect a person's physical health, as explained in the video.
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Exit ticket
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“Based on the information presented in the video, list at least three characteristics that are commonly associated with positive mental well-being.”
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