What's That Diagnosis?
This mood disorder is characterized by a noticeable decrease in energy and persistent feelings of sadness. It may or may not be accompanied by suicidal thoughts and/or behaviors.
BONUS: Receive 50 extra points if you know how long symptoms must last to meet the criteria for diagnosis.
What is Major Depressive Disorder?
BONUS: Symptoms must be present most of the day, every day, for at least 2 weeks.
Anxiety disorders are more common than depression.
TRUE: An estimated 301 million people report having an anxiety disorder compared to 280 million for depression (WHO, 2023).
Describe 1 coping skill you used in the past week. How did it help?
Good job!
What are the 3 most commonly used substances in America?
Alcohol, nicotine/tobacco, and cannabis.
How many hearts do octopuses have?
3!
This anxiety disorder is characterized by an intense fear of being judged or rejected. Someone with this disorder may avoid public spaces or have trouble making friends.
What is Social Anxiety Disorder?
Mental health stigma is one of the leading reasons people do not seek help.
TRUE: What other factors make it difficult?
Speaking with a mental health professional about your emotional concerns and interpersonal problems. It can be short- or long-term.
HINT: Everyone in this room is participating in it currently!
What is psychotherapy?
What % of the adult US population lives with a mental health disorder?
23.1% (MHA, 2024).
How many bones are babies born with? How many do we keep as adults?
We are born with 275-300 bones! By the time we fully mature, we are left with only 206.
This personality disorder is characterized by an inflated ego. People with this disorder are master manipulators and will take advantage of others to feel better about themselves.
What is Narcissistic Personality Disorder?
It is possible for someone to develop PTSD from an event they did not directly experience.
TRUE: Bystanders, loved ones, and caregivers can still develop PTSD through vicarious trauma.
A cognitive skill used to practice acceptance of the present moment. It has become widely popular in the mainstream through activities such meditation.
What is mindfulness?
What is 1 mental health fact you were surprised to learn during the past 8 weeks?
Look at you, star student!
What unconventional substance did people use to achieve clear skin?
Arsenic! Can you imagine? Yikes.
This neurodevelopmental disorder is commonly diagnosed in children but can last throughout adulthood. Someone with this disorder may have difficulty keeping focus or completing tasks.
BONUS: Receive 50 extra points for each of the 3 presentations you can list.
What is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)?
BONUS: Impulsive/hyperactive, inattentive, and combined.
Medication is the most effective treatment for mental health disorders.
FALSE: Medicine may be necessary to manage certain physical/behavioral symptoms, but studies have found a combination of medication and therapy to be the most successful.
This type of therapy focuses on how our thoughts, feelings, and emotions influence one another. It is one of the most effective treatment modalities used to address a wide range of mental health disorders.
What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?
Which mental health disorder has the highest mortality rate?
Anorexia Nervosa.
According to Medical News Today (2021), a little over 10k people die from anorexia each year... that is 1 death every 52 minutes!
Which continent is located in all 4 hemispheres?
Africa!
This trauma & stress related disorder is characterized by the presence of persistent flashbacks, hypervigilance, or ongoing panic. Symptoms present immediately after the traumatic event and persist for 1 month.
What is Acute Stress Disorder?
People with psychotic disorders are 10x more likely to exhibit aggressive behaviors or commit violent crimes.
FALSE: The exact opposite -- people with psychotic disorders are 10x more likely to be victims of aggression.
This technique is most effective for treating certain anxiety disorders, such as phobias, and even PTSD. It involves controlled and repeated interactions with specific triggers.
What is exposure therapy?
What protective factors are the most effective safeguards against developing mental health disorders and promoting resiliency?
Social supports, spirituality, high self-esteem, and engaging in interests or hobbies.
What is the fear of long words called?
Hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia!