Mental Health
True or false: about 1 in 5 Americans have been diagnosed with a mental illness.
True. It is approximately 26.2% of Americans
The ability to understand and share the feelings of another is defined as ____
Empathy
A mental health condition characterized by extreme mood swings between periods of mania (elevated mood) and depression (low mood).
Bipolar disorder
True or False: all stress is bad?
False: some stress can be motivating and it natural reaction in your body to certain events.
What is self-esteem?
how we value and perceive ourselves. It's based on our opinions and beliefs about ourselves, which can feel difficult to change.
Denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance are possible stages of what?
Grief
What is characterized by persistent sadness and a lack of interest or pleasure in previously rewarding or enjoyable activities.
Depression
A mental disorder characterized by delusions, hallucinations, disorganized thoughts, speech or behavior.
Schizophrenia
True or False: medication and therapy are the most successful tools in dealing with mental health changes?
True
What are 5 positive coping skills?
writing, reading, exercise, cooking, journaling, watching tv, video games, time with friends and family. etc.
____ and ___ are two things that we can do physically that greatly affect our mental health.
Sleep and exercise
Non-judgmental awareness of the present moment.
mindfulness
What is a feeling of sudden and intense anxiety. Some symptoms can also have physical symptoms, including: shaking. feeling disorientated. nausea
Panic Attack
True or false: Anxiety Disorders are the most common mental disorders.
True: Anxiety disorders are the most common of mental disorders and affect nearly 30% of adults at some point in their lives. But anxiety disorders are treatable and a number of effective treatments are available
what is a toolbox in mental health?
having different skills handy to increase your wellness and maintain your mental health. including coping skills and self-care techniques.
What are some the major obstacles to receiving mental health
Stigma, fear and access to resources
Expressing good things from your day, or things that you are thankful for, is a coping strategy know as:
Gratitude
A mental condition characterized by excessive or unrealistic anxiety about two or more aspects of life (work, social relationships, financial matters, etc.), accompanied by symptoms such as increased muscle tension, impaired concentration, and insomnia.
Generalized anxiety disorder
True or False: substance use does not affect a person's mental health
False
What is self-care and why is important?
means taking the time to do things that help you live well and improve both your physical health and mental health. When it comes to your mental health, self-care can help you manage stress, lower your risk of illness, and increase your energy.
What is stigma.
a set of negative and often unfair beliefs that a society or group of people have about something.
What is a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, typically about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome.
Anxiety
a mental health condition that's triggered by a terrifying event — either experiencing it or witnessing it. Symptoms may include flashbacks, nightmares and severe anxiety, as well as uncontrollable thoughts about the event.
PTSD
True or false: There is a right way to feel in every situation.
False: Emotions aren't right or wrong. Everyone could feel differently.
When should you seek help for your mental health?
Anytime. keep up on aftercare, get help before you are in crisis, do not be afraid to get help when needed.