Lifestyle Medicine for the Brain Final Assessment Retake

Your brain needs a variety in its workout to function optimally.

True

False

Heart health and brain health influence one another.

True

False

Brain decline is easily observed at any age.

True

False

Protective factors may act to counterbalance the effects of risk factors on brain health.

True

False

Which of the following best defines "brain health?"

The state of cognitive, psychological, and behavioral optimization through lifestyle behaviors, training, interventions and habits which enables peak brain performance.

The measurable outcome of brain health and fitness and its presence helps Individuals be their best.

The physiological and metabolic health of the brain, as an organ, and the adaptive ability of the mind/brain to dynamically and functionally interact with the body and the environment.

The mind, brain and body work interdependently.

True

False

Research has shown that some forms of brain fitness training last a lifetime.

True

False

Lifestyle medicine focuses on healthy habits to prevent disease.

True

False

Social connectedness during times of prolonged stress can mitigate damage to the brain.

True

False

Stress response is individualized and requires a personalized approach.

True

False

Which of the following contribute to brain fitness? (Choose all that apply)

Resistance activities that build strength, flexibility and endurance

Pre-determined intervention plan that meets specific criteria

Healthy lifestyle habits (e.g., good nutrition, physical activity, sleep)

Brain training

Positive mindset

Which of the following statements is TRUE about the brain and how it functions? (Choose all that apply)

The brain loses some capacities with age, but gains others.

Brain health involves the dynamic interaction between the brain, mind, body and environment.

Brain decline is often swift and debilitating.

Your brain changes based on your lifestyle choices and everything you think, feel and do as you interact with your environment.

A person's brain health can be compromised even if the person isn’t experiencing problems.

Which of the following increases BDNF levels in the brain? (Choose all that apply.)

In order for neuroplasticity and neurogenesis to occur a new activity must be challenging.

True

False

There are set parameters on which to measure the level of an individual’s brain performance.

True

False

It is possible in a coaching relationship to deflate or discourage someone’s interest in making sustained lifestyle changes..

True

False

What is your first and last name?

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