Mental Health Basics
True or False: Mental health problems only affect adults.
False. Mental health problems can affect people of all ages.
This is the most common mental illness in the United States, affecting 40 millions adults. This illness primarily involves worrying about future things.
Anxiety
True or False: You can always tell when someone is experiencing a mental health concern
False. We don't always know if or when someone is experiencing mental health concerns
These are words that are used to describe this type of self-soothing activity. (Box, Deep, Belly, 4-7-8, Diaphragm,
Breathing exercises
Which Olympic gymnast spoke out about her mental health during the Tokyo 2021 Olympics, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing mental well-being?
Simone Biles.
Counting five things you see, four things you feel, three things you hear, two things you smell, and one thing you taste is called this grounding technique.
Which mental health disorder is characterized by persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities?
Depression.
True or false: People with schizophrenia have multiple personalities.
People with schizophrenia do not have multiple personalities; rather, they experience distorted thoughts and perceptions of reality.
Spending time outdoors in the fresh air and sunshine boosts this vitamin important for mood.
Vitamin D
This person wrote the suicide prevention song “1-800-273-8255” after struggling with his own mental health.
Logic
This “happy” brain chemical is released when you laugh, exercise, or eat chocolate.
Dopamine.
Which disorder involves a person experiencing distorted thinking, such as hallucinations or delusions?
Schizophrenia.
A common myth about __________ (mental health disorder) is that people are just "feeling sad" or that they can "snap out of it."
Getting enough of this each night helps with mood, focus, and energy.
Sleep
This award-winning singer, famous for hits like Someone Like You, has spoken publicly about her struggles with postpartum depression after the birth of her son.
Adele.
What 3 digit number do you call to reach the Suicide & Crisis helpline when experiencing a mental health episode?
988
Which disorder involves extreme mood swings, ranging from manic highs to depressive lows?
Bipolar disorder.
This phrase describes unfair attitudes or discrimination against people with mental illness.
Stigma
This method helps you stay calm by focusing on the present moment rather than worrying about the future. Examples of this are deep breathing, yoga, or meditation.
Mindfulness
This pop singer and actress has been a vocal advocate for mental health, particularly around issues like PTSD and depression. She has also founded the Born This Way Foundation, which focuses on promoting mental well-being and self-acceptance.
Lady Gaga.
This type of mental health professional can prescribe medication and provide therapy for mental health conditions
A psychiatrist
This disorder is marked by repetitive, unwanted thoughts and behaviors like handwashing or checking locks to alleviate anxiety.
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
This term means showing compassion and understanding toward someone else’s struggles even though you've never walked in their shoes.
Empathy
Laughing with friends or watching a funny movie releases these “feel-good” chemicals in the brain.
Endorphins
This actress, singer, producer, and model has been transparent about her experiences with depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. She started a mental health fund called "Be Kind to Your Mind."
Selena Gomez.