How to help your battle buddy
What is something you can do for self care?
Anything goes as long as it’s helpful to you
If your friend is withdrawing from social activities and no longer engaging with others, what can this be a symptom of?
Depression
1 in […] American audits experience a mental health disorder in a single year
5
What is the first step in the mental health first aid action plan?
Assess for risk of suicide or harm
What was the name of the man that created Star Wars?
George Lucas
If you or someone you know is feeling overwhelmed or hopeless what can you do to help?
-write in a journal
-do some exercise
-relax and meditate
-talk to a trusted individual
-read a self help book
-engage with family, Friends, faith and other social networks
What is a symptom of a mental health crisis?
-appearing agitated or angry
-having a dramatic change in mood
-increased use of alcohol or drugs
Almost […] of all American adults will experience a mental illness during the course of their lifetime
Half
What is the second step in the mental health first aid action plan?
Listen nonjudgmentally
What is the name of Han Solos ship
The Millennium Falcon
What is the suicide hot line number?
988
What is a symptom of suicide ideation?
-threatening to hurt or kill oneself
-seeking access to means to hurt or kill oneself
-talking or writing about death, dying, or suicide
What was Chaplain Candidate Barney’s fun fact?
Doesn’t like sweets or desserts
What is the third step in the mental health first aid action plan?
Give reassurance and information
What are the three types of professional help?
1.) talk therapies
2.) medication
3.) other professional supports
What are symptoms of a panic attack?
-rapid heartbeat
-sweating
-trembling or shaking
-shortness of breath
-chest pain or tightness
-nausea
-extreme irrational thoughts
More than […] Americans ages […] and older will face an addiction
20 million
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What is the fourth step in the mental health first aid action plan?
Encourage appropriate professional help
Who is someone you can go to to receive 100% confidential support and care from?
The Chaplain
What are symptoms of Psychosis?
-hallucinations
-delusions
-disordered thinking
-paranoia
What is the fifth step in the mental health first aid action plan?
Encourage self-help and other support strategies