The Arts & The Mind
"Bibliotherapy" involves using what medium to help support mental health?
reading/books
What is the "Bystander Effect"?
The phenomenon where individuals are less likely to offer help to a victim when other people are present
This "percentage" is the tiny amount of our brain power we actually use
we use 100%
habit of writing down your thoughts or things you're thankful for to help process your feelings.
journaling
This swimmer, the most decorated Olympian of all time, now spends his time teaching kids that "it's okay to not be okay."
Michael Phelps
This Pixar film is often praised by therapists for its accurate depiction of how Joy, Sadness, and Anger work together.
inside out
This famous (and controversial) 1971 experiment at Stanford University looked at the psychological effects of perceived power between prisoners and guard
The Stanford Prison Experiment)
These "blue" feelings are just being sad.
It is a serious medical condition that affects energy, sleep, and appetite. (deppression)
saying "no" to extra plans when you’re overwhelmed, which helps protect your time and energy.
setting boundaries
This "Anti-Hero" singer often writes lyrics about her "anxiety" and the pressure of being in the spotlight to help fans feel less alone.
taylor swift
What is a "Flow State"?
A state of total immersion in an activity, often called being "in the zone."
This term describes the tendency for people to perform better on simple tasks when being watched by others.
Social Facilitation
This "digitized" habit is always the cause of bad mental health.
social media. While it can be a factor, it can also provide community and support.
the use of pleasant scents, like lavender or peppermint, to improve your mood or help you sleep.
aromatherapy
This NBA legend and "King" of the court uses the Calm app and swears by getting 8–10 hours of sleep to keep his mind sharp.
LeBron James
These "tricks" of the eye happen when your brain misinterprets colors, shapes, or spacing.
optical illusions
1960s experiments focused on how far people would go to follow instructions from an authority figure.
obedience
Being "neat" or "organized" means you have this disorder
OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder) This condition involves unwanted, repetitive thoughts and rituals.
This is the practice of focusing on your own progress rather than comparing yourself to others, helping to build "true" confidence.
self-mastery
This "Back to Black" singer’s struggles with addiction and the spotlight highlighted the psychological need for a strong support system and privacy.
Amy winehouse
This is the creepy feeling that you’ve already experienced a brand-new situation before.
deja-vu
This is the pressure to "fit in" or act like the people around you to be accepted.
peer pressure (conformity)
People with this condition have "split personalities."
It actually involves a "split" from reality, like hearing things others don't (schizophrenia). DID (Dissociative Identity Disorder) is having a split personality, basicallymultiple people in you.
This "natural high" is caused by chemicals the brain releases during exercise that make you feel happy and less stressed.
endorphins
Doctors found this former Patriots player had a severe case of CTE, a brain disease caused by repeated hits to the head, and suffered from mental health issues because of it.
Aaron Hernandez