Common Mental Health Disorders
What are any local crisis numbers you can call?
9-1-1
2-1-1
9-8-8
Name three symptoms of depression
feelings of despair and hopelessness feeling detached from life and those around you continued fatigue or loss of energy feelings of sadness – crying for no apparent reason inability to concentrate or make decisions thoughts of suicide changes in eating or sleeping patterns persistent or recurring headaches or frequent gastrointestinal upsets Losing interest in activities that are enjoyed
True or False- admitting that something is wrong is giving up on yourself.
FALSE
What are 4 examples of healthy coping skills?
Aubry will judge
A ___________ is a resource you can use when you are in crisis/actively suicidal and need guidance?
What is a safety plan
What is the most common mental health illness in the United States?
What is anxiety
True or False - the best way to treat any mental health illness is through medication alone.
True or False - only people with severe MH illnesses need treatment
What is false!
What is a coping skill that involves writing your feelings down?
What is journaling
List 5 self-defeating labels
see Jon's board
What are three factors that influence one's mental health and are OUTSIDE of our control?
What is genetics, medical history, upbringing and early life experiences, others perception of us, past trauma or difficult experiences
This disorder is characterized by depression and anxiety as well as flashbacks. It is common among victims of crimes and people in the military.
What is PTSD
What does CBT stand for?
What is cognitive behavioral therapy
This breathing technique, named after a square shape, can help reduce anxiety in just a few minutes.”
a) box breathing
b) square breathing
c) deep breathing
What is A - box breathing
The serenity prayer is an example of this
What is radical acceptance
Often mistaken for being neat and tidy, this anxiety disorder involves intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors
a). generalized anxiety disorder
b). social anxiety
c). obsessive compulsive disorder
What is C - obsessive compulsive disorder
This disorder affects the ability to perceive reality, often leading to hallucinations and delusions.
What is schizophrenia?
According to Maslows Hierarchy of Needs, which level may these athletes be at?
Nike - Dream Crazier | #JustDoIt (youtube)
This ancient practice, combining physical postures, breathing exercises, and meditation, has been shown to reduce stress and anxiety.
a). mindfulness
b). yoga
c). raki
What is B - yoga
What skill did Dr. Ledoux discuss that involves creating our own positive experiences
What is behavioral activation
This mood disorder, characterized by extreme highs and lows, affects approximately 2.8% of U.S. adults.
a) major depressive disorder
b) generalized anxiety disorder
c) bipolar disorder
What is B - bipolar disorder
This symptom is common in depression, involving a loss of interest or pleasure in activities once considered enjoyable.
What is anhedonia?
This type of therapy, often used for phobias, gradually exposes patients to their fears in a controlled environment.
What is exposure therapy
Describe the 5-4-3-2-1 coping strategy
A technique that asks you to find things you can see, smell, hear, touch, and taste (5 senses) to calm down when feeling anxious or distressed.
What is the acronym DBT uses to help establish and maintain healthy boundaries?
DEAR MAN
FAST