What is Depression?
Causes
Signs/Symptoms
Philadelphia
Fun Facts
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Is depression a type of mental illness?
Yes, depression is one of many different types of mental illnesses.
100
Anyone can become depressed. True or False?
True. Although certain people are more prone to becoming depressed, it can happen to anyone.
100
Is anxiety a symptom of depression?
Yes, anxiety is one of many symptoms of depression.
100

Taken from the literal meaning in Greek, Philadelphia is known as the city of what kind of love?

BROTHERLY love

100

How tall is a standard pro basketball hoop? What is the exact height of feet?

10 Feet

200

Name one physical effect depression can have on your body.

Headaches, weight gain, fatigue, stomach pain, and susceptibility to other illness/disease.

200

Is there more or less brain activity in the brain of a depressed person compared to a non-depressed brain?

There is less activity in the brain of a depressed person.

200
What are 5 signs that a person is suffering from depression?
Acceptable answers: The person seems to be sad, hopeless, easily irritated, angry, hostile, tearful, withdrawn, careless, anxious, stressed, self-loathing, reckless, fatigued, violent, helpless, self-mutilating, suicidal, or addicted to a new substance (mainly drugs or alcohol)
200

According to the theme song of the sitcom "The Fresh Prince of Bel Air," the title character was born and raised in what part of Philadelphia?

West Philadelphia

200

Who sings the song “Say So” that’s behind the popular TikTok dance?

Doja Cat

300

Mood disorders, including depression, are the most diagnosed mental health illness in the world. True or False?

True. Mood disorders are the number one most diagnosed mental health illness in the world.

300

How does your chance of becoming depressed change if a family member has suffered from depression or another mental health illness in the past? Why?

People who have a family history in depression, or other mental health illnesses are more likely to develop the illness themselves. These types of biological factors are passed down from generation to generation. 

300
What can teen depression lead to?
Teen depression can lead to drug and alcohol abuse, self–loathing and self–mutilation, pregnancy, violence, and even suicide.
300

The Owls are the sports teams of what public Philadelphia university?

Temple University

300

What singer holds the record for most Grammy nominations?

Beyonce... 88 nominations

400

What are some cognitive effects depression can cause? 

memory loss, slow reaction time, fatigue, inattention

400

Name three causes of depression.

If a person is stressed, has a family history in mental health illnesses, has imbalance in brain chemistry, or is suffering from another illness. Depression could also be brought on by low self-esteem, insecurity, bullying, or death of a close family member or friend.

400

How can school work be affected by depression?

Students may become reckless and careless with their work and may find it hard to concentrate for a full day of school. Depressed teens often skip school or do not try hard enough and see a decrease in their marks.

400

The steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art were famously climbed by movie boxer? A statue of this character is still in front of the museum.

Rocky Balboa

400

What is the most watched YouTube video of all time?

"Baby Shark Dance" with 11 billion views

500
There is a correlation between substance abuse and depression. What percentage of people with substance abuse problems also suffer from depression? o A) 75% o B) 55% o C) 15% o D) 30%
D) 30%
500
Are teen males or females more likely to develop depression?
Teen females develop depression twice as often as males.
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Why do depressed individuals often turn to drugs or alcohol? What is the short term effect? What is the long term effect?
When a person is depressed they are extremely unhappy and constantly in a low mood. Drugs and alcohol will give them a short term feeling of happiness, but after the effect has worn off, and in the long term, they will most likely become more depressed.
500

What “S” NFL coach became the head coach of the Philadelphia Eagles in 2021, after being offensive coordinator for the Indianapolis Colts?

Nick Sirianni

500

Who is the bald host of Family Feud? 

Steve Harvey

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