Mental Health Conditions
What is bipolar disorder?
causes unusual shifts in peoples mood. can be between depression and euphoria
People who attempt suicide are just doing it for attention.
False.
__ in __ US adults live with mental health conditions
1 in 5
What is the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline phone number?
988
What are symptoms of Generalized Anxiety Disorder?
restlessness, panic attacks, elevated heartbeat
All people who self harm have the intention of dying.
False. Many use it as a coping mechanism with the intention of staying alive.
__ in __ youth are / will experience a mental health condition
1 in 5
What does NAMI stand for?
National Alliance on Mental Illness
What is the difference between a panic attack and an anxiety attack?
A panic attack has a trigger, whereas an anxiety attack has no trigger.
People who mental health conditions are not intelligent
False
Does talking about mental health make it worse?
No, it can actually help someone to talk about their feelings so that they are not burdened with the secret of it anymore
What does SAMHSA stand for?
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration