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College Health Vocab

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1. Small polyurethane foam device presaturated with spermicide that is inserted in the vagina before intercourse to prevent pregnancy.






2. Series of physiological changes that calm body systems and return them to normal.






3. Dependence on a drug






4. Brain chemicals thta conduct signals from one brain cell to the next.






5. Compound or chemical in the form of a cream - gel - or suppository that would kill microorganisms and that could be applied topically to the vagina or rectum before intercourse - reducing the risk of STD transmission.






6. Altered state of consciousness as a result of drinking alcohol or ingesting other substances.






7. Using a drug for fun or to get high.






8. Chemical agent that killls sperm.






9. A reduction in calorie intake below daily needs.






10. Transmission of an infection or disease from mother to child during pregnancy and delivery.






11. Disorder in which a person peceives his body to be underdeveloped no matter how highly developed his muscles really are.






12. Positive thoughts that you can write down or say to yourself to balance negative thoughts.






13. Set of birth defects associated with use of alcohol during pregnancy.






14. An odorless gas that interferes with the ability of red blood cells to carry oxygen to vital body organs.






15. Use of a pharmaceutical agent to terminate a pregnancy.






16. Selyes classic model used to describe the physiological changes associated with the stress response. The three phases are alarm - resistance - and exhaustion.






17. Mental state characterized by a depressed mood - loss of interest or pleasure in activities and several orther related symptoms.






18. Dependence on a drug






19. Dangerous condtion that can occur during pregnancy - chatacterized by high blood pressure - fluid retention possible kidney and liver damage - and potential fetal death.






20. Membrane that surrounds the fetus in the uterus and contains amniotic fluid.






21. Surgical procedure that permanently prevents any future pregnancies.






22. Sense of positive regaurd and valuation for myself .






23. Positive thoughts that you can write down or say to yourself to balance negative thoughts.






24. Small - cuplike rubber device that covers only the cervix and is inserted in the vagina before intercourse to prevent conception.






25. Consumption of five or more drinks in a row by a man or four or more drinks in a row by a woman.






26. An anxiety disorder marked by an excessive fear of an object or a situation.






27. Using self-induced vomiting - laxatives - or diuretics to get rid of excess calories that have been consumed.






28. Small T-shaped deivce that when inserted in the uterus prevents conception.






29. Involuntary termination of a pregnancy - or miscarriage.






30. Use of a pharmaceutical agent to terminate a pregnancy.






31. According to the DSM-IV-TR - a pattern of behavior that is associated with distress (pain) aor disability (impairment in an important area of functioning - suchas school or work) or with significantly increased risk of suffering - death - pain - disa






32. Regular medical care during pregnancy - desinged to promote the health of the mother and the fetus.






33. Strong craving for a drug and compulsive use of the drug despite negative consequences






34. A pregnancy in which a fertilized egg implants or attaches itself outside of the uterus - usually in a fallopian tube.






35. Contraceptive method based on abstinence during the window of time around ovulation when a woman is most likely to conceive.






36. Mental representation that a person has of his or her own body - including perceptions - attitudes - thoughts - and emotions.






37. The general state of the body - mind and emotions when an environmental stressor has triggerred the stress response.






38. Natural chemicals in the brain that block pain during stressful or painful experiences.






39. Drugs that are unlawful to possess - manufacture - sell - or use.






40. Counseling before conception that may include an evaluation of current health behaviors and health status - recommendations for improving health - and treatment of any existing conditions that might increase risk.






41. Natural chemicals in the brain that block pain during stressful or painful experiences.






42. Technique for testing fetal cells for chromosomal abnormalities by removing a sample of amniotic fluid from the amniotic sac.






43. A set of precautions designed to prevent transmission of bloodborne infections. Blood and certain body fluids of all patients are considered potentially infectious for HIV and hepatitis B and C. Protective barriers - such as gloves - aprons - and pro






44. A substance that causes changes in brain chemistry and alters consciousness.






45. Area of interest within the field of psychology that focuses on positive emotions - character strengths - and conditions that create happiness.






46. Natural and synthetic derivatives of opium.






47. Controls emotional responses and instinctual - 'gut' reactions. Adolescents appear to rely more heavily on this part of the brain to interpret situations than adults do.






48. The part of the brain where the executive functions of planning - organizing - and rational thnking are controlled.






49. Birth weight of less that 5.5 pounds - often as a result of preterm delivery.






50. Regular medical care during pregnancy - desinged to promote the health of the mother and the fetus.