Definitions
a prolonged feeling of helplessness, hopelessness, and sadness
Depression
What is the "emergency hormone?"
Adrenaline
The type of fatigue associated with sore muscles.
a- psychological
b- physical
c- mental
b- physical
A person with a fear of dogs has a ___?
Phobia
Symptoms of this can be rapid heart rate and shortness of breath
Anxiety
the act of becoming aware through the senses
Perception
True or False- Mental disorders require medical attention, just as physical illnesses do.
True
True or False- In the fatigue stage of the body's stress response, a person's ability to handle other stressors is low.
True or False- All people perceive traumatic events the same way and with the same amount of stress.
False
Stress associated with long-term problems.
Chronic Stress
techniques that help an individual handle stress in a healthful, effective way
Stress-Management Skills
What are cluster suicides?
When multiple people take their lives and can sometimes be the result of suicide pacts.
What type of therapy seeks to treat symptoms through medication?
Biomedical Therapy
True or False- The fight or flight response lasts for days or weeks.
False
The ability to adapt effectively and recover from disappointment (bounce back).
Resiliency
a state of calm that can be reached by practicing relaxation techniques
Relaxation Response
What do functional and organic mental disorders have in common?
They both can affect behaviors, thoughts, and feelings.
A phobia and obsessive/compulsive disorder are both
(what kind of disorder)
Why might someone with a mental disorder not seek treatment?
The stigma associated with having a mental disorder.
Reaction of the body and mind to everyday challenges and demands.
Stress
a physical reaction that results from stress rather than from an injury or illness
Psychosomatic Response
A mental disorder whose sufferers have difficulty distinguishing between real and imaginary events is
Schizophrenia
Negative reactions in the body and mind caused by using tobacco, alcohol, or other drugs are
a- biological stressors
b- personal behavior stressors
c- environmental stressors
b- personal behavior stressors
Shields a person from the negative consequences of exposure to risk.
Protective Factors
Redirecting your energy and seeking out support is an example of
Stress-Management