Diagnosis
Coping Skills
Myth Busters!
Betcha Don't Know
Random Facts
100
Low mood, sadness, and hopelessness can be traits of this condition.
What is depression?
100
This object is a squishy sphere that you could use when anxious or fidgety.
What is a stress ball?
100
Myth or Fact: Personality weakness or character flaws cause mental health problems. People with mental health problems can snap out of it if they try hard enough.
Myth! Mental health problems have nothing to do with being lazy or weak and many people need help to get better. Many factors contribute to mental health problems, including: -Biological factors, such as genes, physical illness, injury, or brain chemistry -Life experiences, such as trauma or a history of abuse -Family history of mental health problems
100

a process of change through which individuals Improve their health and wellness

What is recovery

100
In males, the brain is not fully developed until ___ years old.
What is 26
200
Excessive worry, fear, and panic attacks can be symptoms of this disorder.
What is anxiety?
200
This skill requires a radio, iPod, or concert.
What is listening to music?
200
Myth or Fact: Therapy and self-help are a waste of time. Pills can cure any mental illness.
Myth! Treatment for mental health problems varies depending on the individual and could include medication, therapy, or both.
200
Name 3 ineffective or unhealthy coping skills
Cutting, substance use, avoidance, denial, aggression, isolation
200
The ability to ____ reduces impulsivity
What is anticipate consequences
300
Flashbacks, nightmares, and anxiety can be symptoms of this disorder that often develops after very stressful life events.
What is Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?
300
Walking, swimming, jogging, lifting weights, using a treadmill, and playing sports are examples of this coping skill.
What is exercise?
300
Myth or Fact: People with mental health problems are not more violent than those without.
Fact! Only 3%-5% of violent acts can be attributed to individuals living with a serious mental illness. In fact, people with severe mental illnesses are over 10 times more likely to be victims of violent crime than the general population.
300
children and youth with suicidal behaviors and risk factors are more likely to experience ____
What is Trauma
300

True or False: Trauma can alter the brain

True! Trauma can alter the brain, but never fear NEUROPLASTICITY is here! 

400
Mood cycling between times of elevated/energized moods and low/depressed.
What is bipolar disorder?
400
This skill doesn't require talking. A pencil and paper are all you need to write down your thoughts.
What is journaling?
400
Myth or Fact: Mental health problems are common.
Fact! For example, 1 in 10 Americans have experienced depression.
400
Mental health issues more than double after this type of event
What is war or natural disasters
400
_____ is the ability to put yourself in other people's shoes and anticipate their feelings
What is empathy
500
This disorder can include symptoms such as impulsivity, difficulty focusing, and hyperactivity.
What is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)?
500
This skill can take practice, but can involve quieting your mind and creating a sense of calm.
What is meditation?
500
Myth or Fact: Mental health problems cannot get better with time.
Myth! Some disorders can become less troublesome as we get older and some we can grow out of with help!
500
Youth who use ____ have a higher probability of trauma exposure (4 times greater risk)
What is substances (drugs, alcohol)
500

_____ is the ability to identify and manage your own emotions and the emotions of others.

What is emotional intelligence

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