a state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or very demanding circumstances
What is stress?
100
the act of intentionally causing ones death
What is suicide?
100
a mental process initiated, typically unconsciously, to avoid conscious conflict or anxiety
What is a defense mechanism?
100
an adaptation to environmental stress that is based on conscious or unconscious choice and that enhances control over behavior or gives psychological comfort.
What is a coping mechanism?
200
abuse, conflict, certain medications, death or a loss, genetics, major events, and serious illnesses.
What causes depression?
200
the death of a loved one, divorce, unrealistic expectations, fear and uncertainty, change
What causes stress?
200
untreated depression !!
What is the number one cause of suicide?
200
when our beliefs and behaviors are incongruent with one another.
why would someone need a defense mechanism?
200
to help deal with, work through, or process our emotions
Why would someone need a coping mechanism?
300
feelings of sadness for most of the day, loss of interest of pleasure in most normal activities, changes in appetite, anxiety, agitation, restlessness, and feelings of worthlessness or guilt.
What are the symptoms of depression?
300
low energy, headaches, aches, pains and tense muscles, loss of sexual desire and ability, and insomnia
What are the symptoms of stress?
300
Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Post-Traumatic stress disorder, and borderline personality disorder
What are some mental illnesses that someone could have, that would cause them to committee suicide?
300
denial, regression, dissociation, acting out, and projection
What are 5 common defense mechanisms?
300
defense, self-harm, avoidance, behavioral, and conversion.
What are 5 common coping mechanisms?
400
take steps to control stress, reach out to family and friends, and get treatment at the earliest signs of the problem.
what are some ways to prevent depression?
400
take care of your mind and body, identify your priorities and establish boundaries, be realistic, and cultivate gratitude
What are some ways to prevent stress?
400
they might start to feel a lot of guilt thinking "I should have known" or "Why didn't i see it coming"
how does suicide effects family and friends?
500
let the person know you've noticed a change in their behavior, offer to go with the person to a doctor or health professional, and encourage the person to get enough sleep.
What can you do to help someone you know that has depression?
500
acute stress, episodic stress, and chronic stress
What are the different kinds of stress?
500
psychotherapy, medication, addition treatment (if addicted to some sort of drug), and family support.
What are some treatments to keep someone from committing suicide?