Mental Health
Who has mental health?
Everyone
True or False? Mental Illnesses are not real illnesses?
False
Who can have a mental illness?
Anyone
What are 2 reasons why mental health stigma exists?
Lack of understanding & stereotypes, fear of the unknown, cultural & historical views, media
What is known as the powerhouse of the cell?
Mitochondria
What is mental health?
A state of mental well-being
Who's job is it to help eliminate the stigma?
Everyones
What is a mental illness?
A condition/illness of the mind - affects mood, thinking, and behaviour - interferes with ability to function in daily life
True or False? Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) just means you like things clean and organised
FALSE - OCD is not simply a matter of being neat and tidy. The obsessions and compulsions can be invasive, interfere with everyday functioning, and lead to significant distress
Which country has the longest border with the United States?
Canada
True or False? Good mental health = no mental illness
FALSE
What are 2 ways we can help eliminate the stigma?
Compassion, Speaking to loved ones, conscious language (no 'crazy' or 'insane'), educate ourselves and others, speaking out against misinformation & discrimination, advocate for mental health, provide support to those struggling
What is persistent sadness a symptom of?
Depression
True or False? We all have a little Anxiety
FALSE - we may all feel anxious (nervous) at times but someone with diagnosed anxiety feels extreme and often constant anxiety that can be debilitating and prevent them from participating in life
What’s the primary gas in Earth’s atmosphere?
Nitrogen
What are 3 things that can promote positive mental health?
Exercise, positive thinking, mindfulness, proper sleep, breaks from social media, eating healthy, meditation, listening to music, taking breaks, talking to others, etc.
What are 2 ways this stigma affects people struggling with mental health?
social isolation, avoid seeking help, self-stigma, employment & housing discrimination, less resources for health services & care, poor mental & physical health
What are bulimia, anorexia, and binge eating examples of?
Eating disorders
Bipolar Disorder
What is the largest land animal?
African Elephant
Mental health is NOT about being happy 100% of the time, it is about being able to _______
cope with life's stress and challenges
Who is impacted by mental health stigma?
Everyone!
What mental illness is falsely associated with being violent and dangerous?
Schizophrenia
True or False? The solution to mental illness is to eat healthy, exercise, and to not overthink or worry
FALSE - we can't control if we will get a mental illness (just like a lot of physical illnesses)
Who performs the song “Blinding Lights”?
The Weeknd