Self Care
Self Care Part II
Mental Health
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Miscellaneous
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Running, biking, walking, weightlifting, swimming are examples of this self care technique which can help improve mental health. 

What is physical exercise?

100

This is the amount of consistent and regular sleep recommended for people to maintain optimal mental health. 

What is 7-8 hours? 
100

Hopeless outlook, Loss of interest, Increased fatigue and sleep problems, Anxiety, Irritability, Changes in appetite and weight, Uncontrollable emotions, and Looking at death aresigns of this mental health condition.

What is depression? 

100

This mental health professional primarily uses talk therapy and behavioral interventions to help people.

What is a therapist?

100

Theese are feel good neurotransmitters that get release during exercise (hint: causes a runner’s “high”)

What are endorphins?

200

Tea, coffee, soda and many other beverages contain this stimulant which may make it difficult for you to fall asleep.

What is caffeine?
200

This practice, involving writing down thoughts and feelings, can help manage stress and reduce anxiety and depression.

What is journaling?

200
This month is known as Mental Health Month 


What is May?

200

This professional is qualified to diagnose mental health conditions and manage treatment plans that may include medications.

What is a psychiatrist?

200

This term describes why some people find it difficult to discuss mental health.

What is stigma?

300

Reading, listening to music, or meditating are example of ways to ______ before bed.

What is relax? 

300

Joining these types of groups can help you build a social support network with people who may share similar problems and experiences.

What is a support group?

300

Getting enough of this each night is crucial for maintaining good mental health.

What is sleep? 

300

This is a free, confidential support and crisis intervention for NYC residents seeking help for mental health and/or substance misuse concerns, available 24/7

What is NYC Well? 

(Text “WELL” to 65173 or call 1-888-NYC-WELL. )

300

 Listening to this can be a simple yet effective way to relax and reduce stress?

What is music? 

400

This self-care exercise is a mental practice that involves focusing one's attention on the present moment while calmly acknowledging and accepting one's feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations without judgment.

What is mindfulness?

400

A poor diet that is deficient in this key nutrient can cause fatigue and irritability

What is vitamin B12? 
400

This type of self-talk involves being kind and encouraging to yourself

What is positive self talk? 

400

This is the number for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, where you can get 24/7 free, confidential support if you are ever in crisis.

What is 988?

400

Mental health can be affected by these factors, which include Genetics, Brain Chemistry, Imbalances in neurotransmitters, and Physical Health Conditions like brain injuries, and hormonal changes. 

What are biological factors? 
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