Lets Be Real (true of False)
This disorder is a combination of a manic phase (a sudden onset of exhilaration and excessive good mood), and a depressive phase (feelings of worthlessness, hopelessness, and prolonged sadness)
Bi-Polar Disorder
True or False- admitting that something is wrong is giving up on yourself.
FALSE. Admitting you are having problems is often very hard to do, and asking for help is a sign of strength and willingness to work through what you are experiencing.
Are you helping your friend if they come talk to you and you don't have any advice to give them?
Yes. By being open and letting them vent about what's going on, you are helping to alleviate their stress and get things off of their chest. Sometimes just listening is all they need.
What percentage of Canadian population has a diagnosis of bi-polar disorder?
About 2.1% of Canadians have bipolar disorder in a given year, and around 3% of Canadians will experience bipolar disorder in their lifetime. Bipolar disorder usually begins in late adolescence or early adulthood, but it can also start in childhood. Without proper care, up to 15% of people with bipolar disorder will end their own life.
People with mental illness will not get better.
Name 3 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
Name 3 places/people you can access/speak to if you are having a hard time or think you might have a mental health problem.
True of false- If your friend tells you that they are going to harm themselves and they make you promise to keep it a secret, you should always respect their wishes and keep it a secret.
False. If you are concerned for their safety, tell someone. Talk to someone who can help. It is better to have a friend who is alive and mad at you than to lose a friend. If you think they are serious about attempting suicide, do not be afraid to call 911.
What is the percentage of Canadian population with schizophrenia disorder
About 1% of Canadians aged 10 and older have a diagnosed case of schizophrenia. This amounts to more than 360,000 Canadians. 56% of people with schizophrenia are men, 44% are women. 30% of new cases are in people aged 20–34, & men are twice as likely to be diagnosed as women in this age group. Schizophrenia is a serious mental illness that can make it difficult for people to sustain relationships, work, and carry out routine tasks. There is no cure for schizophrenia, but it can be treated with a combination of medication, education, therapy & community support.
Mental disorders are a consequence of bad parenting or personal weakness.
False. The main risk factors for mental illness are not bad parenting or personal weakness but rather genetics, severe and prolonged stress (such as being a victim of abuse), or other environmental influences (low socio-economic status etc..), and brain chemistry.
This disorder is characterized by depression and anxiety as well as flashbacks. It is common among victims of crimes and people in the military.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
True or false- Medication is the only treatment method that works for mental health problems.
False. Medication can be helpful, and is sometimes necessary depending on the severity of the issue, but other methods such as therapy and counselling can also be very helpful. Talk to a doctor about all of your different options.
True/ False- If you find the right words to say and spend enough time with them, you can cause your friend to get better when they are experiencing a mental health issue.
False. Temporarily you can make them feel better, but if there is an underlying cause making them feel bad, you can't fix it on your own. Sometimes helping a friend through something like this is challenging and frustrating because you cannot instantly make everything better. Being patient is key, and realizing that they need to be able to work out their own problem is needed to avoid burning yourself out. You can be a huge support for them, but ultimately you cannot fix everything.
What distinguishes schizoaffective disorder from schizophrenia?
Schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder are two separate psychiatric conditions. People with schizoaffective disorder experience a mood disorder, such as mania or depression, that can occur with or without psychotic symptoms. In contrast, people with schizophrenia typically only experience mood symptoms when psychotic symptoms are active, and the mood symptoms are usually shorter in duration. Other symptoms of both schizoaffective disorder and schizophrenia include: Hallucinations, Delusions, Disorganized thinking, Bizarre behavior, and Difficulty functioning in social situations.
If someone in your family has a mental illness, you are more likely to develop one as well.
True. 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. So, if you start to experience the symptoms of a mental disorder it will be important for you to see a health provider as soon as possible to determine if you have a problem that will require treatment.
What event is this describing?..." sweating, nausea, trembling and numbness in the legs or hands, dizziness, hot or cold flashes, a feeling of tightness or pressure in the chest, hyperventilation, “jelly” legs or blurred vision can develop. Individuals may even feel like they are going to die of a heart attack" What Event does this describe?
Panic or Anxiety attack
True of false- you need to know exactly what you're going to say and how you're going to say it before you talk to a counselor.
False. Counselors are there to listen to whatever is troubling you, and you can open up to them at a pace that you are comfortable with. Tip: if you feel like you might get nervous and freeze up, it often helps to write things down before your appointment. This also helps you to organize your thoughts and put things in perspective.
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, go with them to appointments/ help them make appointments, show them that you care :), if it is serious tell someone, don't judge, ask someone for advice.
What is the #1 most diagnosed mental disorder?
The most common category of mental health disorders in America—anxiety disorders—impacts approximately 40 million adults 18 and older. Anxiety disorders cause people to experience distressing and frequent fear and apprehension.
Males attempt suicide more often than females do.
False. In the Western world, males die by suicide three to four times more often than do females. This greater male frequency is increased in those over the age of 65. Suicide attempts are between two and four times more frequent among females.
Name 3 signs that a person may be suicidal
Direct suicide threats such as “I want to die,” or indirect threats such as “You would be better off without me”/ personality changes or withdrawn behavior/ hoarding medication/ giving away prized possessions/ lack of interest in future plans/ isolation from friends and colleagues/ depression/
What is 9-8-8?
Canada wide suicide crisis helpline.
Name 3 reasons why people hesitate to get help
Fear of burdening others, difficult talking openly about problems, uncomfortable with being vulnerable, fear of judgement, fear of stigma, may not know who to tell, may not think the problem is serious enough, may lack insight that they are unwell and need help.
What is the percentage of Canadians diagnosed with concurrent mental health and substance use disorders?
More than 15% of people with a substance use disorder have a co-occurring mental illness. Canadians in the lowest income group are 3 to 4 times more likely than those in the highest income group to report poor to fair mental health.