Week 1 Activities
What is a mental health tracker used for?
Tracking self-care activities
What do the three L’s stand for?
Look, listen, link
What are words of affirmation?
Words that communicate your love, appreciation, and respect for another person
True or False: medication is the only treatment method that works for mental health problems.
False: medication can be helpful, but therapy and counseling are also effective forms of overcoming mental illness.
What instrument does Andrew play?
Violin
What is mental health?
Mental health includes our emotional, physical, and social well-being
What is the 3 L’s Framework used for?
Self-care
What is the name of the movement using Post-It Notes to spread words of affirmation?
Operation Beautiful
What mental health disorder is common to military forces?
What does Andrew to do in his free time?
Fishing
What are two common mental health well-being practices?
Journaling, taking walks, connecting with others around you, and forming support groups
What is one way you can be there for others?
Be present, calm and respectful, be compassionate, empathize and leave space for silence.
What are two examples of words of affirmation?
"Everything's better when you're here.", "I appreciate it when you...", "I really love the new outfit. It looks great on you!", etc.
What is a sudden feeling of acute and disabling anxiety; intense fear or anxiety along with physical symptoms?
What is Andrew’s brother’s name?
Jason
What are two common causes of Nursing Home Specific Depression?
Becoming disconnected from the community, Chronic pain and medical conditions, Decline in mental capacity, Grieving the loss of loved ones, Social isolation from family and loneliness
What are three common signs that indicate stress?
Aches, exhaustion, dizziness, anxiety, sadness, loss of faith, recklessness, withdrawn, increased alcohol/drug consumption, difficulty concentrating.
What are two examples of self-affirmations?
“I am grateful for the gift of each day”, “I deserve to prioritize my mental and physical well-being”, “I am constantly learning and growing, regardless of my age”, etc.
What are two things that can promote positive mental health?
Exercise, mindfulness, positive friendships, talking about your problems, having an outlet for anger and frustration, getting enough sleep, eating healthy...??
What is the name of the Harvard program that is sponsoring this program?
SPARK
What percent of adults 65+ are living with a mental health condition?
Up to 25% percent of adults 65 and older
What are two potential support systems we can connect to to help cope with stress?
Listen to music, gardening, foster stronger relationships with family/friends/residents, join more of the Melrose Meadows activities.
Why are words of affirmation important?
You strengthen communication between you and others, nurture emotional intimacy, boost confidence, and reduce anxiety.
Name 3 things you can do to help a friend who thinks they may have a mental health problem.
Listen to them, spend time with them, encourage them to seek help, help them make appointments/go with them. If it is serious then tell someone else
What is Andrew's favorite movie?
The Lion King