What is mental health
What are the three parts mental health can affect in a person's well being?
Psychological, Emotional, and Social
What condition causes someone excessive worrying and panic attacks?
Anxiety disorders
Why is exercise a good coping mechanism?
It is a natural mood lifter and helps you sleep better
Keep questions open ended, listen carefully to what they tell you, or express support.
What is the number for the suicide and crisis lifeline?
What can mental health affect?
Mood, thinking, behavior
Name 2 commons symptoms of depression disorders.
Feeling sad, angry outbursts, tiredness, loss of interest in hobbies, and slowed thinking
4 seconds each
How can you assess for risk of suicide or self harm?
Ask about past suicide attempts and about a plan for how they would harm themselves.
How many people are living with a mental health condition today?
1 in 5
What condition causes a person to have repetitive movements, hoarding, fear, repeatedly going over thoughts, and nightmares?
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
What are 3 things to do for self care?
Eat healthy, get enough sleep, and take time for yourself.
If someone tells you something when should you report it?
If someone wants to harm themself or attempt suicide or you're concerned for safety.
Where can you find 24/7 crisis help in Milwaukee area?
Mental Health Emergency Center in Milwaukee
What are three things that influence your mental health?
Genetics, Life experiences, and Social factors.
What percent of teenagers does ADHD affect?
5-10%
Who is someone you can go to for support?
A trusted adult, friend, support group, or therapist.
What are 2 things to avoid when discussing someone's mental health?
What number can you call for any additional resources in our area?
211
What are two things that positive mental health helps people to do?
Cope with stress and learn well.
What is the most common mental health disorder in teenagers?
Anxiety Disorders
What are three things that you can do for creative expressions?
Drawing, painting, writing, music, reading or crafting.
Why should you educate yourself about mental health?
To be aware of what someone may be going through.
What website can you use to find mental health professionals?