WGU HEALTH, FITNESS, AND WELLNESS C458 UNIT 3.13 |15 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS.

What is emotional wellness? It is the ability to successfully handle life's stresses and adapt to change and difficult times. It is the ability to have and express thoughts, feelings, and emotions in an appropriate manner. What are characteristics of emotional wellness according to The Successful Grown-Up? -Connected—They engage positively with others and their environment. -Goal oriented—They have goals and act to achieve the goals. -Self-aware—They can identify their emotions and feelings and spend time reflecting on them. -Flexible—They have the ability to change directions as situations arise while maintaining emotional stability. -Self-caring—They are respectful of their body through healthy eating and regular exercise. -Responsible—They are accountable for their actions and live up to their obligations. -Resilient—They can bounce back from loss or failure. Define self-esteem Self-esteem has to do with the value and respect individuals have for themselves. Simply put, it is their opinion of themselves. What behaviors are exhibited by people who have good self-esteem? -Feel good about themselves -Proud of what they can do but do not need to show off -Know there are some things that they are good at and some things they need to improve Define self-confidence Self-confidence has to do with what people think about their skills and abilities, as well as the belief that they will be fine even in the face of obstacles. List behavior characteristics of someone who is self-confident. -Feel it is okay whether they win or lose -Usually think, "I can do this," before doing something -Eager to learn new things -Able to handle criticism -Try to do things without help, but don't mind asking for help if they need it What is emotional intelligence (EI)? To clearly distinguish among a variety of emotions while others treat all emotions interchangeably. The ability to monitor one's own and others' emotions, discriminate among them, and use the information gathered to guide one's thinking and actions What abilities are demonstrated with emotional intelligence (EI)? Being self-aware: Observing and recognizing a feeling as it happens Managing emotions: Handling feelings so they are appropriate; realizing what is behind a feeling; finding ways to handle fears and anxieties, anger, and sadness Motivating oneself: Channeling emotions in the service of a goal; emotional self-control; delaying gratification and stifling impulses Having empathy: Sensitivity to others' feelings and concerns and considering their perspective; appreciating the differences in how people feel about things Handling relationships: Managing emotions in others; social competence and social skills What is emotional distress? When emotions affect the body—whether physically, spiritually, or psychologically. Who is at risk of emotional distress? Someone who: -survived a previous disaster. -experienced temporary living arrangements, loss of personal property, or personal or parental unemployment. -lost a loved one or friend. lack economic stability. What are some warning signs of adults in emotional distress? (react with symptoms similar to depression) They may be: -Eating or sleeping too much or too little -Pulling away from people and things -Having low or no energy -Feeling helpless or hopeless -Excessive smoking, drinking, or drug use -Worrying too much; feeling guilty -Having difficulty readjusting to home or work life What are some signs of teens in emotional distress? (Ages 12-18 are likely to have physical complaints when under stress or be less interested in schoolwork, chores, or other responsibilities) They may be: -Competing vigorously for attention from parents and teachers after a disaster -Becoming withdrawn -Resisting authority -Becoming disruptive or aggressive -Experimenting with high-risk behaviors