Medications
Which neurotransmitter is affected by SSRI’s?
Serotonin
The organ typrically known to be damaged by alcohol
Liver
What type of tea is known to promote relaxation and benefit sleep?
Chamomile
This 2019 film starring Joaquin Phoenix portrays the descent into mental illness of a famous comic book villain in Batman
The Joker
Where are we now?
Willow Creek Behavioral Health
What is the therapeutic use of acetaminophen?
Reduce mild to moderate pain and reduce fever
The opioid crisis in the U.S. is largely fuled by misuse of this class of prescription painkillers
Opioids/Narcotics
Engaging in this physical activity for at least 30 minutes a day has been shown to improve mood and reduce symptoms of depression
Exercise
This 2001 movie starring Russel Crowe is about a brilliant mathematician who struggles with schizophrenia
A Beautiful Mind
This mental health professional provides therapy and counseling, but they usually do not prescribe medication
Psychologist (or licensed therapist)
The time it typically takes for anti-depressants (SSRI’s, SNRI’s, MAOI’s) to take effect (range in weeks)
4-8 weeks
The prefrontal cortex, responsible for decision-making and impulse control, is negatively affected by the use of this drug at an early age
Marijuana (THC, cannabis, weed, pot, etc)
This technique involves simplifying focusing on your inhalation and exhalation to help calm the body and mind.
Deep breathing
This 1999 film starring Winona Ryder and Angelina Jolie portrays life inside a psychiatric hospital
Girl, Interrupted
This type of therapy involved multiple clients working together with a trained facilitator to share experiences and support one another
Group Therapy
This medication is often used to treat bipolar disorder by stabilizing mood swings
Lithium
This synthetic opioid is 50-100x stronger than morphine and has been a major contributor to overdose deaths
Fentanyl
This type of therapy focuses on changing negative thought patterns to improve emotions and behavior
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
This film, starring Robert De Niro and Leonardo DiCaprio, follows a U.S. Marshal investigating a psychiatric hospital
Shutter Island
This healthcare professional, a PCP, is often the first point of contact for patients who provide general medical care, complete basic and physical examinations, and refer patients to other specialists as needed. What does PCP stand for?
Primary Care Provider
When taking MAOI’s (monoamine oxidase inhibitors), one should avoid consuming tyramine rich food, such as?
Aged cheese, wine, salami, soy sauce, pepperoni, hot dogs, any fermented foods, beer
What life-saving medication can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose?
Naloxone (Narcan)
This anxiety reducing method incorporates the use of all 5 senses by encouraging one to “idenfity 5 things you can see, 4 things you can touch, 3 things you can hear, 2 you can smell, and 1 you can taste.” What type of technique/method is this?
A Grounding technique; the 5-4-3-2-1 Method; Reorientation; Being Present
The new animated pixar movie which explores the different emotions through the eyes of a young girl and her personified feelings
Inside Out
This national organization provides free, confidential support to people in crisis and connects then to mental health resources (telephone)
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (988)