Mental Health Jr.
You must be happy all the time. T or F?
False.
A state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
What is good health
Significant changes in thinking, emotion and/or behavior. Distress and/or problems functioning in social, work or family activities.
Mental illness
This term refers to subtle, often unintentional actions or comments that convey discriminatory attitudes towards marginalized groups.
What are microagressions?
This was described as one of the leading causes of illness In the Alaskan Black community.
What is mental health issues, mental illness?
Uncomfortable feelings are bad. T or F?
False.
Effective functioning in daily activities
Mental health
Genuinely listening to, caring about, caring for others. Allowing others to freely grieve, validating others in our Black communities are all examples of
Building Community
True or False
Racial health disparities existed before the COVID 19 pandemic.
True
This organization ensures Black voices are heard, Black people are protected and we are free from oppression.
What is the Alaska Black Caucus
In this Disney feature film.... we don't talk about who?
Bruno!!!
The legacy of traumatic events that are experienced by a collective group of people
Historical/intergenerational trauma
Rocking, humming, breathing are examples of
What is healing body practices. Coping tools.
Name any factor that contributes to Black mental illness.
What is: Poverty, discrimination, violence, racism.
These factors are what keep Black Alaskans from getting the help they need.
What is lack of insurance coverage, seeking employer’s approval, stigma, not enough providers.
Describe a situation that makes you excited or happy.
Wound, shock, or injury. Also a person’s experience of emotional distress resulting from an event that overwhelms the capacity to emotionally digest it.
What is trauma
To be kind and understanding rather than harsh & critical when faced with failure, mistakes, or inadequacy.
Self-Compassion
The negative attitudes, beliefs, and stereotypes surrounding mental illness, often leading to discrimination and reluctance to seek help.
What is STIGMA
A place for healing, community, strength and resources
The Alaska Black Caucus... Equity Center
Demonstrate an action that makes you happy.
When DNA remains the same but the expression of certain genes in your DNA change in response to your environment.
Epigenetics
This stress management technique involves focusing on the present moment and accepting one’s thoughts, feelings, and bodily sensations without judgment
What is mindful meditation?
The constant stress of living within a racist society that leads to poor health for marginalized groups.
Weathering
Name 3 Black health (mental/physical) providers in the Anchorage community.
LaShanda McGowan-Therapist, Dr. Aderonke (Ade) Akindipe- Family nurse practitioner, Tynicha Roberts-Doula, Dr. Darius Davis, Dr. Courtney Bagayoko, Dr. Jillian Woodruff,