Mental Health Basics
What term refers to our emotional, psychological, and social well-being?
Mental health
What common stress response includes a fast heartbeat and shallow breathing?
Fight-or-flight response
What emotion do we feel when we lose something important?
Sadness or grief
How many hours of sleep do most adults need each night?
7–9 hours
What condition is characterized by excessive worry or fear?
Anxiety
True or False: Mental health is just as important as physical health.
True
Name one healthy way to cope with stress.
Exercise, deep breathing, journaling, talking to someone, etc.
True or False: There are “good” and “bad” emotions.
False (all emotions are valid)
Name one example of self-care.
Sleeping, exercising, relaxing, setting boundaries, etc.
True or False: Depression is just feeling sad for a few days.
False
What professional is trained to diagnose mental health disorders and prescribe medication?
Psychiatrist
What relaxation technique focuses on slow, intentional breathing?
Deep breathing (or diaphragmatic breathing)
What emotion helps protect us from danger?
Fear
What nutrient found in fruits and vegetables supports brain health?
Vitamins (or antioxidants)
What disorder involves extreme mood swings between highs and lows?
Bipolar disorder
What word describes the negative attitudes or beliefs about mental illness?
Stigma
What practice involves focusing on the present moment without judgment?
Mindfulness
What skill helps us recognize, understand, and manage our emotions?
Emotional intelligence
What does it mean to set healthy boundaries?
Knowing and communicating limits to protect well-being
What condition is commonly associated with flashbacks after a traumatic event?
PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder)
What is the term for ongoing mental health care that helps people manage emotions, thoughts, and behaviors?
Therapy (or counseling)
What type of stress can be positive and motivating in small amounts?
Eustress
What term describes having two emotions at the same time?
Mixed emotions
What type of self-care involves social connection and relationships?
Social self-care
What term describes persistent thoughts or behaviors that feel hard to control?
Obsessions or compulsions (OCD)