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Drug education - CORRECT ANSWERS used to help students realize that using drugs is
unnecessary and self-destructive.
Dose response relationship - CORRECT ANSWERS effect of a substance on the body
Illicit(Illegal) drugs - CORRECT ANSWERS are psychoactive, differ from state to state
with regard to laws governing their possession, and manufactured illegally. Drugs whose use,
possession, cultivation, manufacture, and/or sale are against the law because they generally are
recognized as harmful.
Mental illnesses - CORRECT ANSWERS disorders that disrupt thinking, feeling, moods,
and behaviors, and cause a varying degree of impaired functioning in daily life. They are
believed to be caused by life events in some cases and by actual biochemical and/or brain
dysfunction in others
Major depressive disorder - CORRECT ANSWERS Severe depression that entails chronic
mood disorder, physical effects such as sleep disturbance and exhaustion, and mental effects
such as the inability to concentrate.
Chronic mood disorder - CORRECT ANSWERS Experience of persistent sadness, despair,
and hopelessness.
Mental health - CORRECT ANSWERS the ability to perceive reality as it is, to respond to
its challenges, and to develop rational strategies for living
Emotional health - CORRECT ANSWERS the ability to deal constructively with reality,
regardless of whether the actual situation is good or bad. A component of mental health
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Self-actualized person - CORRECT ANSWERS according to Maslow, has these qualities:
1. A sense of realism—the ability to deal with the world as it is and not demand that it be
otherwise.
2. A sense of acceptance—the ability to accept themselves and others.
3. A sense of autonomy—the ability to direct themselves, acting independently of their
environments. They are not afraid to be themselves. They are inner-directed people who find
guidance from within their own values and feelings.
4. A sense of creativity—a sense of appreciation for what goes on around them. They are open
to new experiences and do not fear the unknown.
5. A capacity for intimacy—the ability to be open to the pleasure of intimate physical contacts
and the risks/satisfaction of being close to others in a caring, sensitive way.
Maslow's Hierarchy of Basic Human Needs - CORRECT ANSWERS
Self-esteem - CORRECT ANSWERS a combination of self-confidence and self-respect—
the feeling that one is capable of coping with life's challenges and is worthy of happiness. How
people perceive themselves. People with this, have confidence in themselves, have the ability
to solve problems rather than just worry about them, have the ability to confront or eliminate
the things that frighten them, have the ability to take reasonable risks, and are able to nurture
themselves
Learning disability (LD) - CORRECT ANSWERS a neurological disorder that affects a
child's ability to receive, process, store, and respond to information. Not a single disease but
rather a group of disorders. Do not include mental retardation, autism, behavioral disorders, or
laziness
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) - CORRECT ANSWERS one of the most
common psychiatric disorders that appear in childhood. Children who have the disorder cannot
stay focused on a task or activity, demonstrate impulsive behavior, and experience difficulty
,WGU C458 HEALTH, FITNESS AND WELLNESS EXAM
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with finishing a task. Indicated by three pattern behaviors: may be consistently inattentive, may
be hyperactive, and may be impulsive. Three recognized subtypes; Predominantly hyperactive-
impulsive type: does not show significant inattention; Predominantly inattentive type: does not
show significant hyperactive and impulsive behaviors; and Combined type: displays inattentive
and hyperactive and/or impulsive symptoms
Defense Mechanism - CORRECT ANSWERS any behavior a person uses to avoid
confronting a situation or problem.
Includes; Compensation- making up for weakness in one area by emphasizing strengths in
another area
Daydreaming- escaping from frustrations, boredom, or unpleasant situations through fantasy
Displacement- transferring feelings concerning one situation or person to another object,
situation, or person
Idealization- holding someone or something in such high esteem that it becomes perfect or
godlike in the eyes of the child
Identification- taking on the quality of someone who is admired
Projection-shifting the responsibility of one's behavior onto someone else
Rationalization-providing plausible reasons for behavior that are not the real reasons
Regression- childish, inappropriate behavior by an adult or a return to former, less mature
behavior when under stress
Repression- attempting to bury or repress unpleasant or upsetting thoughts
Sublimation- turning unacceptable thought or actions into socially acceptable behaviors
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder - CORRECT ANSWERS characterized by impulses or
images that are unwanted. Not simple worries or preoccupations, cause significant distress and
anxiety and interfere with daily routine, relationships, social functioning, and academic
performance
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Panic Disorder - CORRECT ANSWERS unexpected and repeated periods of intense fear
or discomfort, accompanied by racing heartbeat and shortness of breath. May last from a few
minutes to hours. Occur without warning. Symptoms include intense fearfulness, racing or
pounding of the heart, dizziness/lightheadedness, trembling or shaking, sense of unreality, and
fear of dying, losing control, or going crazy
Depression - CORRECT ANSWERS characterized by loss of interest and feelings of
extreme or overwhelming sorrow, sadness, and debility. A symptom of underlying conflict,
tension, or anxiety and may be exhibited in varying degrees for varying lengths of time. Possible
factors include heredity, environment, background and personality, biochemical factors, and
physical illness
Indicators of childhood depression - CORRECT ANSWERS Lack of interest- daydreams,
withdrawn, poor schoolwork, disruptive
Change in appetite- picks at food, gives away food, increase in appetite
Changes in sleep pattern- falls asleep in class, listless, tardy, poor attention in class
Loss of energy- tired or restless behavior
Blaming self inappropriately- self-critical, cries quickly, upset by surprises or changes
Negative feelings of self-worth- critical of others, socially withdrawn, doesn't stand up for
herself/himself
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Drug education - CORRECT ANSWERS used to help students realize that using drugs is
unnecessary and self-destructive.
Dose response relationship - CORRECT ANSWERS effect of a substance on the body
Illicit(Illegal) drugs - CORRECT ANSWERS are psychoactive, differ from state to state
with regard to laws governing their possession, and manufactured illegally. Drugs whose use,
possession, cultivation, manufacture, and/or sale are against the law because they generally are
recognized as harmful.
Mental illnesses - CORRECT ANSWERS disorders that disrupt thinking, feeling, moods,
and behaviors, and cause a varying degree of impaired functioning in daily life. They are
believed to be caused by life events in some cases and by actual biochemical and/or brain
dysfunction in others
Major depressive disorder - CORRECT ANSWERS Severe depression that entails chronic
mood disorder, physical effects such as sleep disturbance and exhaustion, and mental effects
such as the inability to concentrate.
Chronic mood disorder - CORRECT ANSWERS Experience of persistent sadness, despair,
and hopelessness.
Mental health - CORRECT ANSWERS the ability to perceive reality as it is, to respond to
its challenges, and to develop rational strategies for living
Emotional health - CORRECT ANSWERS the ability to deal constructively with reality,
regardless of whether the actual situation is good or bad. A component of mental health
,WGU C458 HEALTH, FITNESS AND WELLNESS EXAM
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Self-actualized person - CORRECT ANSWERS according to Maslow, has these qualities:
1. A sense of realism—the ability to deal with the world as it is and not demand that it be
otherwise.
2. A sense of acceptance—the ability to accept themselves and others.
3. A sense of autonomy—the ability to direct themselves, acting independently of their
environments. They are not afraid to be themselves. They are inner-directed people who find
guidance from within their own values and feelings.
4. A sense of creativity—a sense of appreciation for what goes on around them. They are open
to new experiences and do not fear the unknown.
5. A capacity for intimacy—the ability to be open to the pleasure of intimate physical contacts
and the risks/satisfaction of being close to others in a caring, sensitive way.
Maslow's Hierarchy of Basic Human Needs - CORRECT ANSWERS
Self-esteem - CORRECT ANSWERS a combination of self-confidence and self-respect—
the feeling that one is capable of coping with life's challenges and is worthy of happiness. How
people perceive themselves. People with this, have confidence in themselves, have the ability
to solve problems rather than just worry about them, have the ability to confront or eliminate
the things that frighten them, have the ability to take reasonable risks, and are able to nurture
themselves
Learning disability (LD) - CORRECT ANSWERS a neurological disorder that affects a
child's ability to receive, process, store, and respond to information. Not a single disease but
rather a group of disorders. Do not include mental retardation, autism, behavioral disorders, or
laziness
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) - CORRECT ANSWERS one of the most
common psychiatric disorders that appear in childhood. Children who have the disorder cannot
stay focused on a task or activity, demonstrate impulsive behavior, and experience difficulty
,WGU C458 HEALTH, FITNESS AND WELLNESS EXAM
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with finishing a task. Indicated by three pattern behaviors: may be consistently inattentive, may
be hyperactive, and may be impulsive. Three recognized subtypes; Predominantly hyperactive-
impulsive type: does not show significant inattention; Predominantly inattentive type: does not
show significant hyperactive and impulsive behaviors; and Combined type: displays inattentive
and hyperactive and/or impulsive symptoms
Defense Mechanism - CORRECT ANSWERS any behavior a person uses to avoid
confronting a situation or problem.
Includes; Compensation- making up for weakness in one area by emphasizing strengths in
another area
Daydreaming- escaping from frustrations, boredom, or unpleasant situations through fantasy
Displacement- transferring feelings concerning one situation or person to another object,
situation, or person
Idealization- holding someone or something in such high esteem that it becomes perfect or
godlike in the eyes of the child
Identification- taking on the quality of someone who is admired
Projection-shifting the responsibility of one's behavior onto someone else
Rationalization-providing plausible reasons for behavior that are not the real reasons
Regression- childish, inappropriate behavior by an adult or a return to former, less mature
behavior when under stress
Repression- attempting to bury or repress unpleasant or upsetting thoughts
Sublimation- turning unacceptable thought or actions into socially acceptable behaviors
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder - CORRECT ANSWERS characterized by impulses or
images that are unwanted. Not simple worries or preoccupations, cause significant distress and
anxiety and interfere with daily routine, relationships, social functioning, and academic
performance
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Panic Disorder - CORRECT ANSWERS unexpected and repeated periods of intense fear
or discomfort, accompanied by racing heartbeat and shortness of breath. May last from a few
minutes to hours. Occur without warning. Symptoms include intense fearfulness, racing or
pounding of the heart, dizziness/lightheadedness, trembling or shaking, sense of unreality, and
fear of dying, losing control, or going crazy
Depression - CORRECT ANSWERS characterized by loss of interest and feelings of
extreme or overwhelming sorrow, sadness, and debility. A symptom of underlying conflict,
tension, or anxiety and may be exhibited in varying degrees for varying lengths of time. Possible
factors include heredity, environment, background and personality, biochemical factors, and
physical illness
Indicators of childhood depression - CORRECT ANSWERS Lack of interest- daydreams,
withdrawn, poor schoolwork, disruptive
Change in appetite- picks at food, gives away food, increase in appetite
Changes in sleep pattern- falls asleep in class, listless, tardy, poor attention in class
Loss of energy- tired or restless behavior
Blaming self inappropriately- self-critical, cries quickly, upset by surprises or changes
Negative feelings of self-worth- critical of others, socially withdrawn, doesn't stand up for
herself/himself
