Stress
Stress can cause your blood pressure to...
Rise/Elevate
A chemical imbalance in the brain.
The perception someone has of their body appearance.
Body Image
Someone who suffers from manic episodes might have....
Bipolar Disorder
True or False: Eating disorders only occur in females.
False
True or false: All stress is bad.
False! In a dangerous situation, stress signals the body to prepare to face a threat or flee to safety. In these situations, your pulse quickens, you breathe faster, your muscles tense, and your brain uses more oxygen and increases activity. In non-life-threatening situations, stress can motivate people, such as when they need to take a test or interview for a new job
What are at least 3 symptoms/warning signs someone might be depressed?
Sleep changes, loss of interest in activities, excessive guilt, loss of energy, appetite changes, decreased concentration, suicidal thoughts
Name some physical consequences of frequent purging
Stomach damage, teeth erosion, damage to the esophagus
A mental health condition that develops following a traumatic event characterized by intrusive thoughts about the incident, recurrent distress/anxiety, flashback and avoidance of similar situations.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
How many hearts does an octopus have?
Three! Two hearts pump blood to the gills and the other heart pumps blood to the rest of the body.
Stress can weaken the immune system which can make you more prone to getting...
Sick with a cold or flu.
What can long-term depression lead to?
Drug and alcohol use, job loss, self-harm, memory loss, weight changes, poor relationships, poor self-image, physical weakness.
Not eating enough food to maintain a healthy weight.
Anorexia Nervosa
A disorder characterized by excessive amounts of inattention, carelessness, hyperactivity , and impulsivity that are pervasive and impairing
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
"I can't help someone with a mental illness, only a doctor can" True or false?
False
These two hormones are released during the Fight or Flight response.
Adrenaline & Cortisol
What are ways people can cope with depression?
Talk to your support system, fresh air, distraction.
A person has an uncontrollable urge to eat large amounts of food, but does not purge afterwards.
Binge Eating Disorder
Recurrent and persistent thoughts and urges.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
True or false: Animal companionship is a negative coping skill
False! Pets can improve social interaction with other humans, reducing loneliness and social isolation and indirectly improving wellbeing.
Name 3 things you can do if you are overwhelmed by stress
Go for a walk, meditate/breathe, color, talk to a support person. take a nap, watch a show or movie, play with an animal
Depression can be caused by the inability to cope with?
Life stressors (List a few)
A teenager with their teeth eroding away could be dealing with...
Bulimia
A disorder often characterized by frequent intense, excessive and persistent worry and fear about everyday situations
Anxiety Disorder
What color would you get if you mix yellow and blue?
Green