Mental Health Myths
FALSE
other people affect how we feel but the true responsibility is ours in how we feel, respond, and consequences
What is the function of a coping skill?
Something that can help a person calm down, relax, or take their mind off of the problem they are experiencing
Instant fixes for stress exist
Name 3 maladaptive (unhelpful coping skills)
1. Self Harm
2. substance use
3. withdrawing/isolating
4. Fighting with loved one (taking it out on others)
5. bottling feelings up
true or false- I should be happy all the time
FALSE
it's normal to have a range of emotions and causes unnecessary pressure to force happiness
Name 3 adaptive (helpful) coping skills
1. Deep breathing
2. Going for a walk/exercise
3. talking to someone
4. Art or music
5. temperature (hot or cold shower)
6. prayer/meditation
Values are fixed and do not change over time
Name a coping skill that involves another person
Talking about issues
or
Contributing (helping a person)
The recommended treatment for bipolar disorder is medication, therapy, and lifestyle changes (routines, exercise, maintaining a sleep scheudle)
TRUE
T or F: You should never talk about suicide with a depressed person because that may encourage them to attempt suicide
FALSE. Talking to someone who is suicidal can show support and allow them to get the help they need.
A practice that gives you a sense of calm, peace and balance that can benefit both your emotional well-being and your overall health.
Meditation
This is a recommended treatment for borderline personality disorder and helps people learn how to manage emotions and build awareness of one's own feelings and those of others.
DBT
Also correct, talk therapy
A practice that involves observing, describing, and participating in the moment, nonjudgmentally. Can also involve focusing on one thing at a time and observing the activity
Mindfulness