Lesson 2.5 Homework Forum

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by Xianghe Zheng -
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1Adrenaline: Causes a rapid increase in heart rate and gives a sense of energy.
  Adrenal fatigue: Extreme tiredness resulting from prolonged stress.
2Exercise: Running or yoga to relieve stress.
  Sleep: Getting enough sleep helps reduce stress.
  Talk to someone: Chat with friends or family.
  Meditation: Deep breathing to relax the nerves.
3Alarm system broken: The amygdala is too sensitive, constantly perceiving danger.       Memory storage disrupted: Damage to the hippocampus causes bad memories to   replay repeatedly.
 Reasoning impaired: The prefrontal cortex loses control, preventing fear from being     suppressed.
4 Counseling: See a psychologist.
 Medication: Take medication to regulate brain function. Support from peers: Join a     patient support group.
5Prolonged sadness: Feeling unhappy for two weeks straight.  

  Lack of interest: Having no enthusiasm for anything.  

  Slowed thinking: Difficulty concentrating.  

  Disrupted sleep and eating habits: Overeating or insomnia.  

  Thoughts of self-harm: Having suicidal thoughts.

6Reasons: Genetics, brain chemical imbalances, an inferiority complex, major life     setbacks.  

  Recovery: Take medication as prescribed by a doctor, seek psychological counseling,     and get support from family members.

7Brain dysfunction: Excessive dopamine secretion makes it impossible to stop. 

  Escaping reality: A way to relieve inner loneliness and pain. Genetic and       environmental  factors: Either a natural lack of self-control or being influenced by those  around.

8Quit smoking: Use nicotine patches and chew gum when you feel the urge to smoke.

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