Mental Health Questions
50% of mental health problems begin by this age
14
What is the main mental health center on campus
Counseling and psychiatric service (CAPS)
Hold a doctoral degree and are trained to evaluate a person’s mental health using clinical interviews, psychological evaluations and testing. They can make diagnoses and provide individual and group therapy but can't prescribe medicine.
Psychologists
Listening to music is a coping skill
True!
What is the three-digit dialing code that will route callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline?
988
This percent of individuals that suffer with severe mental illness report being victims of violent crime within a given year
More than 25%
True or False: if CAPS does not have the capacity to provide you with counseling or psychiatry services, there are alternative free resources provided by the school
True: the HoyaWell website can offer scheduled counseling and psychiatry services through TimelyCare. Reach out to CAPS or visit the HoyaWell website for more information
These licensed mental health professionals specialize in helping clients develop better cognitive and emotional skills, reduce symptoms of mental illness, and cope with various life challenges to improve their lives.
Therapists
The top 3 most diagnosed psychological disorders are anxiety, depression, and schizophrenia.
False
(anxiety, depression, PTSD)
What does CBT stand for?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Name three of the most common mental illnesses
Depression, generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, panic disorder
Does the school have a specific program/resource to support students who transitioning out of acute psychiatric care and wishing to return to school?
Yes, Student Outreach & Support (SOS) will organize outreach and follow-up care to students who are experiencing crisis or distress that impacts their social, personal, and/or academic stability.
These people are trained to evaluate a person’s mental health and use therapeutic techniques based on specific training programs. They are also trained in case management and advocacy services. Hint: have MSW degree.
Social Workers
Poor mental health increases the risk for long-lasting physical conditions like heart disease and cancer.
True (sadly)
What causes mental illness?
A number of factors including biological factors, stressful or traumatic life events, and long-lasting health conditions such as heart disease or cancer.
300
Who do you call if your friend is in a crisis and you are worried about their safety?
You can call GUPD or CAPS after-hours outline. Visit their webpages for the direct numbers.
These people are licensed medical doctors who can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe and monitor medications and provide therapy.
Psychiatrists
1 in 5 Americans will experience a mental illness at some point in their lives.
True
Serious mental illness costs America how much in lost earnings per year?
A. $20.2 million in lost earnings per year.
B. $2.2 billion in lost earnings per year.
C. $193.2 billion in lost earnings per year.
D. $400.2 billion in lost earnings per year.
C. $193.2 billion in lost earnings per year.
What does SSRI stand for
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors
What is the difference between a confidential, semi-confidential, non-confidential resources?
Confidential: unless their is a direct risk to your safety, these people will not share what you tell them
Semi-confidential: if you report an incident such as sexual assault, the person is required to tell their supervisor but will not use your name.
Non-confidential: this person has to report any concerns to the proper place.
They have a master’s degree in nursing or doctoral degree in advanced practice psychiatric nursing. Trained in the diagnosis and treatment of mental health conditions. These professionals can prescribe many medications and therapies in all 50 states.
mental health nurse practitioner
Suicide is the 4th leading cause of death among people ages 15-34 in the United States.
False (2nd)
What is the most misdiagnosed psychological disorder?
BPD/Borderline Personality disorder