T/F:
Anxiety isn't a "real" illness.
False
Truth or False:
Depression never looks like this!
False
T/F:
Talking to your primary doctor could be a first step to obtain recommendations for your mental and emotional health.
Truth
This is called?
Deep breathing
What is the favorite Easter character?
Easter Bunny
What are:
trouble breathing, rapid heart beats, muscular tension, indigestion, headaches, difficulty focusing.
Physical symptoms of anxiety
Number to call in case of a mental health emergency is?
911?
No, it's 988!
Someone with anxiety should avoid situations that cause stress.
Avoidance only makes anxiety grow stronger; Remember that you can be anxious and still accomplish what has to be done.
Learning to relax the body with deep breathing is a waste of time, it does not help manage stress or balance our emotions.
No way! It is very helpful to regulate our emotions and in managing our stressors!
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Day of the week most US Americans eat pizza?
Fridays- 43% of us do!
Anxiety can be a good thing
True
It may not be enjoyable, but it’s a normal emotion. And it can help you focus when you face a challenge or threat.
If you think someone is depressed, the best way to help is to try to cheer them up
Do your friend or relative a favor and encourage them to talk to their doctor or a mental health professional. Just trying to lift their spirits may make them feel misunderstood
Only crazy people go to therapy!
False, everyone needs support from time to time.
T/F:
Gratitude is an antidote against depression.
Very true!
YES! She does.
difficulty with maintaining eye contact or talking to newly met people;
feeling insure or feeling judged negatively by others;
avoid places where people gather.
Social Anxiety
When you’re depressed, you should:
-Take naps to help you feel refreshed
-Exercise, even if you don't want to
-Workout when you have the energy to do so
Exercise, even if you don't want to
The more you move, the better. When you’re depressed, you probably aren’t going to feel like it at first. Try to do it anyway.
Most health insurance companies have mental health benefits.
Correct! In most cases you pay a co-payment just like most other medical doctors you see.
Other times you have out-of-pocket benefits and will be reimbursed by your health insurance company.
Explain this exercise
Start with deep breathing, then begin to tense and relax these parts of the body for at least 5 seconds. Go in order and then the whole body. Finish with more deep breathing.
What does Ms. Taylor love to bake?
Christmas Cookies?
What is:
Common at around 30 y/o
More common in women than men
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Number to text in mental health crisis:
1) 744744
2) 740047
3) 741741
3
3) 741741
Can my primary doctor prescribe me medications that can relieve symptoms of depression and anxiety?
Yes- most doctors can!
What advice would you give your friend Luisa?
That it's okay to not be okay, and that you can talk about the difficulties of managing the stress of having many responsibilities.
You can relax and let other people help with the burdens of a family.
Who said?
"I used to strive to be perfect, but I am letting go of that."
Ms. Lorraine!