A state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or very demanding circumstances.
What is the definition of stress?
100
Mental illness, distressing life circumstances, a feeling of hopelessness, or drug abuse
What are the primary causes of suicide?
100
To use superior strength or influence to intimidate someone, typically to force him or her to do what one wants.
What is the definition of bullying?
200
Genetics, change in hormone levels, certain medical conditions, or distressing life circumstances. Distressing life circumstances often worsen hormone imbalances or genetic depression.
What are some external causes of depression?
200
The root has association with worry, distress
What is the meaning of the root "anx"?
200
Cortisol
What is the chemical associated with the feeling of stress?
200
1-800-273-8255
What is the number for the national Suicide Prevention Hotline?
200
Physical attacks, name-calling and other social aggression at school
What constitutes bullying?
300
Cognitive behavioral therapy, psychotherapy, SSRI, antidepressants, anxiolytics, or antipsychotics.
What are some treatment options for depression?
300
3.3 million American adults
How many adults in the U.S. suffer from clinical anxiety?
300
Asthma, obesity, diabetes, headaches, gastrointestinal problems, and even neuro-degenerative diseases
What are some potential health effects of prolonged exposure to stress?
300
6 times (as compared to those without substance abuse disorders)
Substance abuse disorders increase your chances of suicide by how much?
300
Ages 3-19; usually peaks during middle school
When is bullying most intense during most peoples' lives?
400
A lack of the neurochemicals dopamine and serotonin, which regulate mood and are responsible for the feeling of happiness
What is the primary internal cause of depression?
400
Stress is often a temporary, localized feeling caused by stressors while anxiety is a state of extreme stress often caused by a clinical disorder.
What is the difference between stress and anxiety?
400
The death of a loved one, divorce, pressure at work, financial troubles, getting married, chronic illness or injury, and emotional problems.
What are some prevalent causes of stress?
400
4 times more likely
How much more likely are you to commit suicide if you're male?
400
1 in 10
How many children are victims of bullying in the United States?
500
15 million
How many Americans are currently living with depression?
500
The adrenal gland
What part of the brain is responsible for cortisol release?
500
The hippocampus
What are of the brain can be damaged by excessive exposure to cortisol (stress)?
500
121
On average, how many suicides occur in the U.S. per day?
500
Physically aggressive behavior in the child, harsh parenting methods (like "overly punitive" responses to kids' bad behavior) and low socio-economic status