Depresion
This common symptom involves a persistent loss of interest or pleasure in activities once enjoyed.
What is Anhedonia?
This "system" in the body is activated during anxiety, preparing us to either confront or run from a threat.
What is the Fight-or-Flight response?
In the U.S. and Canada, you can call or text this three-digit number to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
What is 988?
This term refers to the unfair disapproval or discrimination often faced by people with mental health conditions.
What is Stigma?
These natural "painkillers" are released by the brain during exercise, often leading to a "runner's high."
What are Endorphins?
According to the DSM-5, symptoms must last at least this many weeks for a diagnosis of Major Depressive Disorder.
What is two weeks?
A sudden episode of intense fear that triggers severe physical reactions when there is no real danger.
What is a Panic Attack?
This is the most important thing to do if someone tells you they are thinking about hurting themselves.
What is listen and take them seriously (or get professional help)?
This type of professional is a medical doctor (MD) who can prescribe medication for mental health issues.
What is a Psychiatrist?
The CDC recommends that adults get at least this many minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week.
What is 150 minutes?
This "feel-good" neurotransmitter is often targeted by common antidepressant medications like SSRIs.
What is Serotonin?
This disorder involves excessive, uncontrollable worry about various everyday things for at least six months.
What is Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)?
Common "warning signs" include giving away prized possessions or saying these types of "final" statements.
What are goodbyes?
This popular therapeutic approach focuses on changing negative thought patterns to improve behavior and mood.
What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?
This type of exercise, like jogging or swimming, specifically improves the body's use of oxygen.
What is Aerobic exercise?
This specific type of depression is triggered by changes in seasons, usually beginning in late fall.
What is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)?
This physical symptom of anxiety involves breathing too quickly, which can lead to dizziness or numbness.
What is Hyperventilation?
This term refers to a person's ability to bounce back from adversity and is a key protective factor.
What is Resilience?
This practice involves focusing on the present moment without judgment, often used to reduce stress.
What is Mindfulness?
Regular physical activity has been shown to improve this specific cognitive function, which is the brain's ability to grow and change.
What is Neuroplasticity?
This term describes a milder, but more chronic, form of depression that lasts for at least two years.
What is Dysthymia (or Persistent Depressive Disorder)?
This almond-shaped part of the brain is responsible for processing emotions like fear and anxiety.
What is the Amygdala?
This prevention strategy involves reducing a person's access to highly lethal means during a crisis.
What is Lethal Means Safety (or Means Restriction)?
This 2008 U.S. law requires insurance companies to cover mental health services at the same level as physical health services.
What is the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act?
This stress hormone is typically lowered in the body through consistent, long-term physical activity.
What is Cortisol?