Let's Be Real (Myth or Fact)
Mental Health disorders are one of the leading causes of disability worldwide.
Fact.
Mental health disorders account for several of the top causes of disability worldwide and include: major depression (also called clinical depression), manic depression (also called bipolar disorder), schizophrenia, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Source:
What are some of the different things we provide treatment for at 5 Palms?
and so much more.
Who cooked your yummy food while at 5 Palms
Chris, Lisa, Justin, Ms. Barbara
Name 5 Groups that are offered at 5 Palms
Process Group, expressive, CBT, DBT, SMART, Rooted Pathways, ACT, Music Expressive, ect
What was open 24 Hours a day and hope that it never runs out?
Coffee & Salad Bar
Most people with mental health issues receive assistance through services.
Myth.
nearly 50% of people suffering from mental illnesses do not seek treatment. In fact, on average, it takes 11 years for someone to seek help after first experiencing symptoms of a mental disorder.
This is attributed to the stigma associated with mental illness as well as underfunding for mental health care providers.
Many struggle in silence without receiving the necessary support needed to manage their condition while others may not even realize they have an illness and continue to suffer despite its devastating effects on their lives.
Source: Mental Health Awareness: The Ultimate Guide [2022] - Mental Health Foundation
What is a safety plan/ the purpose of safety planning?
An effective safety plan will help clients understand their personal red flags that tell them they need to seek help. In less dire situations, coping skills might be enough. For the times when they need something more, this handout includes a space to list who they can reach out to (whether a friend, family member, or professional).
Nurse Ratchet
What does the 5 in 5 Palms stand for?
What was the name of our property mascot?
Sniper Steve!
Many adults diagnosed with a mental illness are also diagnosed with a substance use disorder (co-occurring disorder).
Fact:
Many people suffer from more than one mental disorder at a given time. In particular, depressive illnesses tend to co-occur with substance abuse and anxiety disorders.
Source:
Co-Occurring Disorders Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment | SAMHSA
What is Trauma Informed Care?
Trauma-informed care approaches patients’ healthcare needs in a manner that takes into account any trauma that they may have experienced. A key goal of trauma-informed care is to prevent any re-traumatization that could prevent patients from continuing to seek care. When used effectively, trauma-informed care enables nurses and other medical professionals to ensure that healthcare processes, procedures and settings protect patients and staff from re-traumatization.
What year did 5 Palms open?
Name 3 BHT's that you had during your time at 5 Palms? (Past or Present)
monica, leslie, cassie, kris, jaimie, nic, erica, ellie, etc.
If someone in your family has a mental illness, you are more likely to develop one as well.
Fact.
Although you will not necessarily develop any kind of mental illness, if someone in your family has a mental disorder you will be at higher risk.
What is CBT?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is a therapy modaility offered at 5 Palms in both group and individual therapy sessions.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Name 4 Nurses you had during your stay (Past or Present)
Bill, April, Jackie, Paula, Tami, Danielle, Brad, Flavio, Dawn, Tina, Marlese, Tina
How many departments are there at 5 Palms and what are they?
5. Clinical, BHT, Nursing, Operations, Admissions
Name 3 Dogs that come to hang out at 5 Palms?
sid, luna, bella, gracie, peanut, winston, watson, sam, etc
Personality weakness or character flaws cause mental health problems. People with mental health problems can snap out of it if they try hard enough.
MYTH
The fact is, mental health problems have nothing to do with being lazy or weak and many people need help to get better. Many factors contribute to mental health problems, including:
Mental health treatment—therapy, medication, self-care—have made recovery a reality for most people experiencing mental illness.
SOURCE: Mental Health Myths and Facts | MentalHealth.gov
What are the benefits of being involved in Promises Five Palms Alumni community?
When you go to Five Palms, your progress is helped both by our professional staff and the environment in which you are spending your time. Once you leave, however, the stresses, temptations, and obligations of your life can erode your progress. Your recovery journey doesn’t end when you complete your mental health or addiction treatment program at Five Palms. In fact, treatment is just the first phase of the rest of your life, in which maintaining your recovery will be a constant goal.
One of the most important lessons of recovery, both before and after treatment, is that you don’t have to go it alone. Alumni and support groups can help you stay on the straight and narrow. Being here, right now, is proof!
Who are our Case Managers?
Brent and Allie
How many different offices has Brent had while here at 5 Palms?
DAILY DOUBLE!!!!
9!!! CAN YOU BELIEVE IT? POOR BRENT
Who are the lovely ladies who keep our facility cleanly, and we couldn't be more thankful for?
Ms. Barbara, Holly, and Farnez