Symptoms of depression
What is: depressed mood, loss of interest or pleasure, significant weight change, sleep difficulties, diminished concentration, fatigue nearly every day, feelings of worthlessness, recurring thoughts of death
Symptoms of anxiety
uncontrollable worry - poor concentration - excessive nervousness - increased heart rate - sleep problems - decreased enjoyment - muscle tension
Meaning of PTSD
What is post-traumatic stress disorder
Relaxation
What is deep breathing, exercise, yoga, meditation, progressive muscle relaxation, music, art, reading
Favorite food
What is _________ (your choice)
Number of individuals who experience depression.
What is About 1 in 10 people
Response from perceived threat of harm—whether emotionally or physically
What is fight, flight, or freeze response
Symptoms of PTSD
What are intrusive thoughts related to the event, avoidance behaviors, negative changes in mood and thoughts, hyperarousal (easily startled), emotional numbing (detached from emotions, difficulty experiencing positive emotions)
Unhealthy
What is
Favorite color
What is ______ (your choice)
Risks for depression
What is family history, poverty, unemployment, social isolation, stressful life events, and substance use.
Example of box breathing
What is 4-second-deep breath in, hold 4 seconds, out for 4 seconds and pause for 4 seconds
Risk factors
What is
Lifestyle changes
What is
Favorite hobby
What is _______ (your choice)
What is A combination of both psychotherapy and medication
Ways to manage anxiety
What is therapy, relaxation skills, lifestyle changes, and medication
Cognitive distortions
What are negative/distorted ways of thinking
CBT helps individuals recognize and reframe negative thoughts, which is crucial for building resilience. By changing how individuals perceive challenges and stressors, CBT fosters a more adaptive response to adversity. This therapy not only focuses on altering negative thought patterns but also encourages the development of practical skills that support resilient behaviors.
Favorite part of therapy
What is _________ (your choice)
Contributes to mental health, and allows a person to be resilient in the face of challenges
What are Protective factors - such as strong relationships and healthy coping skills—will be better equipped to overcome life's obstacles.
How to manage flight/fight/freeze response
What is the relaxation response? Slower breathing and deeper breathing, relaxed muscles, and slower heart rate.
Prevalence (how often it occurs)
What is 7-8% of Americans will have PTSD at some point in their lives. Approximately 10% of women and 4% of men develop PTSD at some point in their lives. Approximately 5% of adolescents have met the criteria for PTSD in their lifetime. Prevalence is higher for girls (8%) than boys (2.3%) and increases with age. There are no definitive studies on prevalence rates of PTSD in younger children in the general population.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
What is
Least favorite part of therapy
What is ___________ (your choice)