PTSD
What does PTSD stand for?
Post-traumatic stress disorder
Name two possible symptoms of PTSD
Flashbacks, recurring memories or dreams, physical signs of stress, staying away from persons, places, or things, memory problems about the event, negative thoughts about yourself or the world, feelings of blame, negative emotions
What are the two most common mental illnesses?
Depression and anxiety
What game show does Steve Harvey host?
Family Feud
Name one situation that someone might get PTSD from.
War veteran, people who have experienced or witnessed things such as sexual assault, abuse, an accident, natural disaster, or other serious events
What is a flashback?
A vivid experience in which you relive some aspects of a traumatic event or feel as if it is happening right now
What is something that can cause stress?
Homework or school, big changes in life, chores, not enough sleep, work, and more
Which US state is known for peaches?
Georgia
How old do you have to be to get PTSD
You can be any age!!
What is the most common symptom of PTSD?
What is the mental illness called that makes someone feel nervous or worried?
Anxiety
What college do we go to?
Illinois State University
What percentage of people who experience a traumatic event will have PTSD?
20%
How long to you need to be having symptoms to be diagnosed?
1 month
Name three different coping skills
Listening to music, drawing, talking/socializing, exercise, sleep, self care
What is the longest river in the world?
Nile River
What is one of the chemicals in your brain that is imbalanced in PTSD?
Serotonin or dopamine
Name one arousal/reactivity symptom of PTSD
Being easily startled, feeling tense or on guard, difficulty concentrating or sleeping
Name two types of health besides emotional.
Physical, mental, social, spiritual, etc.
What is the most commonly spoken language in the world?
Chinese