Misc
Define "STIGMA" as it pertains to mental health.
a mark of disgrace associated with a particular circumstance, quality, or person
Body continues to experience stressor after its initial encounter. Body is attempting to cope/recover from stressor.
Resistance Stage
What is the Brain/developmental disorder marked by the symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Commonly treated with stimulants (meds).
ADHD
An individual with this disorder may seem like they have lost touch with reality having hallucinations & delusions.
Schizophrenia
Name 1 way how to cope with/manage stress
Exercise
Talk About It
Time Management
Breathing Techniques
Journaling
Helping Others
Why can it be important to get a diagnosis?
To receive the correct treatment
Body experiences a new stressor- the body responds to this actual or perceived new danger by releasing adrenaline, cortisol & other hormones to prepare body for needed action
Alarm "Fight or Flight" Stage
An individual with this disorder experiences uncontrollable & recurring thoughts (obsessions) that lead to specific behaviors (compulsions) to relieve anxiety.
OCD
Developmental disorder that contains a spectrum/wide range of symptoms that is marked by repetitive behaviors, decreased social functioning & sometime unusual emotional responses.
Autism
Name 2 common treatments for mental illness
Psychotherapy "Talk Therapy'
Medications
What are three signs of chronic stress?
Behavior Changes: Emotional Changes:
Overeating/Not eating enough * Irritable
Sleep problems * Angry
Rushing * Impatient
Withdrawing * Nervous
Making bad choices * Crying
Physical Changes: Changes in Thinking:
Muscle Tension * Unable to concentrate
Headache * Negative thinking
Upset Stomach * Worrying
Fast heartbeat * Self-critical
Shortness of breath * Critical of others
Body experiences chronic or long-lasting stress that can physically, emotionally & mentally drain the body of its resources. Too much time in this stage can have serious negative implications.
Exhaustion Stage
Major symptom is extreme feelings of sadness and/or hopelessness that lasts nearly all day, every day for at least 2 weeks.
Depression
An individual with this disorder may have a preoccupation with food, body weight & shape leading the person to starve themselves to maintain low body weight.
Name 3 places to receive mental health services at Roosevelt.
Clinic
Nurse
Social Workers
Define "Stress"
process by which we perceive & respond to certain events, or stressors, that we view as challenging or threatening
What term refers to experiencing stress for a long or extended amount of time? (The person IS NOT able to get rid of the stressor quickly)
Chronic Stress
An individual with this disorder may display excessive anxiety or worry for months & may face several anxiety-related symptoms
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
What term refers to positive stress?
Eustress
If a close friend is in the middle of a mental health crisis or has been engaging in suicide ideation, what are at least 3 strategies to use when trying to have a helpful face-to-face conversation with them? - Once your conversation ends, what should be your next course of action?
Talk openly and honestly. Don’t be afraid to ask questions like: “Do you have a plan for how you would kill yourself?”
Remove means such as guns, knives or stockpiled pills
Calmly ask simple and direct questions, like “Can I help you call someone that you trust?”
If there are multiple people around, have one person speak at a time
Express support and concern
Don’t argue, threaten or raise your voice
Don’t debate whether suicide is right or wrong
If you’re nervous, try not to fidget or pace
Be patient
Inform their treatment team
What is Mr. Martin's son's name?
Damian
What is Mr. Martin's favorite sport?
Basketball
What did Mr. Martin do before he taught health?
Dean
What is Mr. Martin's favorite color combination?
Red & Black
What is Mr. Martin's favorite season?
Fall