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Question 1

What is the importance of work-life balance throughout life?

Answer 1

It is crucial for promoting wellbeing and finding a balance that suits individual needs

University is an opportunity to explore this balance.

Question 2

What common factors do students need to balance with study?

Answer 2

• Socializing
• Employment
• Volunteering
• Commuting
• Holidays
• Exercise
• Caring for dependents
• Hobbies/interests

These factors contribute to the overall experience of university life.

Question 3

Why is study-life balance important?

Answer 3

• Contributes to overall experience
• Informs everyday life and work
• Strengthens understanding and analysis of the world

Real-world experiences enhance academic learning.

Question 4

What is the expected time commitment for students per week?

Answer 4

30-35 hours per week

This includes lectures, seminars, and lab times.

Question 5

Why is rest important for students?

Answer 5

• Allows the brain to process new information
• The body needs exercise and sleep for alertness

Rest is as crucial as studying or exercising.

Question 6

What negative impacts can overstudying have?

Answer 6

• Negative impacts on relationships
• Interference with non-study obligations
• Increased unhealthy behaviors
• Symptoms of anxiety and depression

Overstudying can lead to feelings of loneliness and hopelessness.

Question 7

What are the benefits of getting balance right?

Answer 7

• Reduces worry and stress
• Improves efficiency of work
• Supports greater engagement
• Facilitates focus and concentration
• Enhances academic success

A healthy balance improves learning efficiency.

Question 8

What does the Wheel of Life assess?

Answer 8

• Academic/professional commitments
• Finances
• Health
• Family and friends
• Relationships/love
• Personal growth
• Recreation, culture, and hobbies
• Physical environment

It helps evaluate overall life balance.

Question 9

What is a key strategy for balancing life and study?

Answer 9

Plan a schedule

Planning helps manage multiple assessments and commitments.

Question 10

What should students do to set goals?

Answer 10

Motivate themselves for the semester ahead

Goal-setting helps maintain focus and direction.

Question 11

True or false: Making friends in university is important for support and motivation.

Answer 11

TRUE

Familiar faces in classes enhance the learning experience.

Question 12

What is essential to know your limits?

Answer 12

• Recognize when overwhelmed
• Consider cutting back on commitments
• Identify when a break is needed

Taking breaks can improve productivity.

Question 13

What does looking after yourself involve?

Answer 13

• Getting enough sleep
• Finding time for exercise

Self-care is crucial for maintaining balance.

Question 14

What is the goal of building compassionate campuses?

Answer 14

To create inclusive and kind learning communities

This supports student mental health and wellbeing.

Question 15

What did Dakota experience during the exam period?

Answer 15

• Increased stress
• Feeling overloaded
• Trouble sleeping

She felt pressure from juggling multiple commitments.

Question 16

What is connectedness?

Answer 16

A personal sense of belonging

It is important for overall well-being.

Question 17

What are the types of connections that contribute to well-being?

Answer 17

• Connections with other people
• Connections with the natural world
• Connections with meaningful values
• Connections with meaningful work
• Connections through culture and heritage

These connections can be physical, mental, or emotional.

Question 18

What is the Cyberball experiment?

Answer 18

A game demonstrating the effects of social exclusion

Participants felt sad and anxious when excluded.

Question 19

What are the benefits of social connectedness?

Answer 19

• Improves quality of life
• Boosts mental health
• Increases life expectancy
• Decreases risk of suicide
• Builds inclusive communities

Social connections are crucial for health and mental health.

Question 20

What is loneliness?

Answer 20

A lack or reduced feeling of social connectedness

It can occur even when surrounded by others.

Question 21

What are the effects of loneliness?

Answer 21

• Increased cortisol levels
• Increased sleep disturbances
• Reduced physical activity
• Increased risk of heart disease
• Challenges the immune system

Loneliness can have severe health implications.

Question 22

What are the three types of loneliness?

Answer 22

• Situation loneliness
• Developmental loneliness
• Internal loneliness

Each type has different causes and implications.

Question 23

What is the difference between loneliness and social isolation?

Answer 23

• Loneliness: subjective feeling of unmet social needs
• Social isolation: objective measurement of social connections

Loneliness can occur even in social settings.

Question 24

What impacts can isolation have?

Answer 24

• Physical health issues
• Emotional distress
• Cognitive decline

Isolation can negatively affect overall well-being.

Question 25

What did Lily experience as a result of **social isolation**?

Answer 25

* Missing social events * Increased feelings of loneliness * Health decline ## Footnote She felt exhausted and disconnected from her social circle.

Question 26

What is the **definition of recreation**?

Answer 26

* Refreshment by means of some pastime * Agreeable exercise or the like ## Footnote The term *recreation* implies refreshing and renewing oneself.

Question 27

What are the **two types of attention**?

Answer 27

* Directed attention * Involuntary attention ## Footnote Directed attention requires effort, while involuntary attention is effortless and pleasurable.

Question 28

What is **Directed Attention Fatigue (DAF)**?

Answer 28

A neuropsychological phenomenon indicating overuse of the brain's inhibitory system necessary for maintaining focused attention ## Footnote DAF can lead to input deficits, thinking problems, behavioral issues, executive functioning challenges, and emotional disturbances.

Question 29

List the **impacts of Directed Attention Fatigue (DAF)**.

Answer 29

* Input deficits * Thinking problems * Behavioral issues * Executive functioning challenges * Emotional disturbances ## Footnote These impacts can affect social cues, decision-making, and overall emotional well-being.

Question 30

What are some ways to **promote attentional recovery**?

Answer 30

* Engage in positive activities * Clear the mind of distractions * Take short breaks * Get good quality sleep * Allow the mind to wander freely ## Footnote Activities like exercising, getting out in nature, or visiting an art gallery can aid recovery.

Question 31

What does **Attention Restoration Theory** state?

Answer 31

You think better when you spend time in or connect with nature ## Footnote Immersion in restorative environments helps restore mental balance.

Question 32

What are some activities that can engage in **involuntary attention**?

Answer 32

* Nature * Creative tasks (art, music, writing) * Kinaesthetic activities (sport, dance, martial arts) * Highly sensory tasks (cooking, eating, listening to music) ## Footnote These activities can help reduce stress and improve well-being.

Question 33

What are the **different categories of recreation**?

Answer 33

* Exercise * Nature * Creativity * Cultural heritage ## Footnote Engaging in diverse recreational opportunities is essential for well-being and mental health.

Question 34

What is the **cost of physical inactivity** in Canada?

Answer 34

6.8 billion dollars per year ## Footnote Physical inactivity is a significant health problem, contributing to mortality and economic costs.

Question 35

What are the benefits of **exercise** related to endorphins?

Answer 35

* Triggers positive feelings * Reduces sensitivity to pain * Promotes health sleep patterns * Enhances overall well-being ## Footnote Exercise releases endorphins that connect with receptors throughout the brain and body.

Question 36

True or false: **Physical exercise** enhances positive emotions.

Answer 36

TRUE ## Footnote Physical activity is linked to increased pleasure, vigor, and energy while decreasing anxiety and tension.

Question 37

What are the **benefits of nature** for well-being?

Answer 37

* Reduces chronic stress * Improves concentration * Alleviates mental and physical health problems ## Footnote Spending time outdoors in green environments has been shown to have significant health benefits.

Question 38

What did the **2015 University of Essex study** conclude about contact with nature?

Answer 38

* Improvements to physical health * Reductions in stress and anxiety * Increased positive mood and self-esteem * Better social life ## Footnote The study highlighted the multiple benefits of engaging with natural environments.

Question 39

What is the **flow state** in creativity?

Answer 39

A state of deep engagement in a task where time disappears and internal chaos is forgotten ## Footnote Flow can occur during activities like swimming, running, or creative tasks.

Question 40

What are the **benefits of listening to music**?

Answer 40

* Releases dopamine * Improves mood * Enhances emotion regulation * Promotes beneficial changes in attention and memory ## Footnote Studies show music can have significant positive effects on health and well-being.

Question 41

What are the **3 R's** related to mental health?

Answer 41

* Reading * Writing * Resetting ## Footnote These activities help reset the mind and relax the body, especially during stress.

Question 42

How does **creative expression** impact mental health?

Answer 42

* Decreases anxiety * Increases calmness and happiness * Lowers stress and improves self-esteem ## Footnote Engaging in creative activities can have therapeutic effects on mental health.

Question 43

What effect does **reading poetry** have on the brain?

Answer 43

Increases activity in the right hemisphere connected to autobiographical memory ## Footnote Poetry helps reflect on personal experiences and activates the part of the brain concerned with language.

Question 44

True or false: The same areas of the brain that are aroused by **music** are also activated when we read poetry.

Answer 44

TRUE ## Footnote This may relate to the musical aspects of poetry, such as rhythm, tone, and word usage.

Question 45

What are some benefits of **crafting** according to experts?

Answer 45

* Regulates attention and emotions * Acts as a mental exercise * Combines self-expression, creative improvisation, and mindfulness ## Footnote Crafting can slow down breathing and decrease heart rate, blood pressure, and muscle tension.

Question 46

What neurotransmitter is released when engaging in activities like **building, sewing, or gardening**?

Answer 46

Dopamine ## Footnote Dopamine is often described as a natural antidepressant.

Question 47

What psychological and social benefits are associated with being part of a **knitting community**?

Answer 47

* Greater perceived happiness * Improved social contact and communication * Linked to improved mood and brain health ## Footnote Knitting can help self-manage stress, depression, and long-term illness.

Question 48

According to Carrie and Alton Barron, what can meaningful creative tasks that use your hands help elevate?

Answer 48

Mood ## Footnote They recommend fitting 20-30 minutes of such activities into daily routines.

Question 49

What does **cultural heritage** represent?

Answer 49

* Shared bond * History and identity * Connection to past, present, and future ## Footnote It implies belonging to a community.

Question 50

What is the purpose of the **Heritage, Health and Wellbeing Report** launched by The Heritage Alliance?

Answer 50

To improve the health of local communities ## Footnote It highlights social benefits like increased social cohesion and improved wellbeing.

Question 51

What is **social prescribing**?

Answer 51

Connecting people with non-medical resources and support to help with health problems ## Footnote It encourages referrals to services like museums and exercise centers.

Question 52

What were the results of implementing **social prescribing**?

Answer 52

* 28% fewer consultations * Improved health and wellbeing * Reduced demand on healthcare professionals ## Footnote It gives people more choice and control over their lives.

Question 53

What activities are included in the **program** run by University of Edinburgh museums services?

Answer 53

* Socializing over tea * Hands-on activities like creative writing and photography ## Footnote The program runs for 6 weeks and benefits participants' wellbeing.