Let's Be Real
TRUE OR FALSE: It is rare and often difficult to be diagnosed with a mental health disorder.
What is False - Approximately 1 in 5 adolescents between the ages of 15 and 24 report a mental disorder, substance abuse or learning disability. Mental health disorders also account for the most common type of disability in America.
This famous Olympian swimmer was diagnosed with ADHD.
Who is Michael Phelps
This is the month when Mental Health Awareness is celebrated
What is May?
Mental health issues can affect young children.
FACT - Half of all mental health disorders show first signs before a person turns 14 years old.
Eating disorders only affect females
False
____ is the 2nd cause of death for young adults age 15-24 years old.
What is Suicide. The first cause of deaths amongst young adults are accidents followed by homicides as third.
This former Disney star and singer has a history of self-harm (cutting), hospitalizations, and overdoses.
a. Miley Cyrus
b. Selena Gomez
c. Brittany Spears
d. Demi Lovato
Who is d. Demi Lovato
What is the leading mental health diagnosis in America?
What is Depression?
People with mental health issues are violent and unpredictable.
MYTH - the vast majority of people with mental health problems are no more likely to be violent than anyone else.
Studies show that people with mental health problems get better and many recover completely
True
TRUE OR FALSE: If someone in your family has a mental illness, you are more likely to develop one as well
What is True - If someone in your family has a mental disorder you will be at higher risk. So if you start to experience the symptoms of a mental disorder it will be important for you to see a health provider as soon as possible to determine if you have a problem that will require treatment.
The final track on the Ready to Die album should have been a serious wake up call to hip-hop. The somber track painted a scene of a phone between ________ and Puffy, in which he was contemplating suicide.
a. Michael Jackson
b. Notorious B.I.G.
c. Ronald McDonald
d. Lil Xan
Who is b. Notorious B.I.G.
Fill in the blank with the correct age:
50% of all mental illness begins by age _________ and 75% by age 24.
a. 21 years old
b. 10 years old
c. 14 years old
d. 5 years old
What is c. 14 years old?
Personality weakness or character flaws DO NOT cause mental health issues.
FACT - mental health issues have nothing to do with being lazy or weak and people with mental health issues get better or recover.
Panic attacks can be fatal
False
TRUE OR FALSE: Males attempt suicide more often than females do
What is False - Females attempt suicide approximately 4 times as often. However, males have a higher rate of death. This is because men tend to use more violent methods.
This rapper checked himself into rehab for depression and suicidal urges in October 2016. The rapper has always been vocal about his issues through his music and has candidly spoken about how he felt alone and that his mind is always racing. He also speaks about dying and his funeral.
a. Kid Cudi
b. Eminem
c. DMX
d. Lil Poppa
Who is a. Kid Cudi
______ is the leading mental health disorder in teens
What is anxiety?
Therapy and self- help (coping skills) are a waste of time. Why bother when you can just take medication?
MYTH - Treatment for mental health varies depending on the individual and can include medication, therapy, or both.
The rate of mental health disorders doubles for those who have been to war or lived through a major disaster
True
TRUE OR FALSE: There is no cure for mental illness
What is True - While it is not usually “cured”, it can be effectively managed. Most people with mental disorders live productive and positive lives while receiving treatments for their mental illness.
The rapper partnered with the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, releasing a song called 1-800-273-8255 about a suicidal hotline caller getting support.
a. Lil Wayne
b. NBA Youngboy
c. Logic
d. Tupac
Who is c. Logic
Develops after a terrifying ordeal that involved physical harm or the threat of harm. Flashbacks of the incident occur frequently cause intense stress
What is Post-traumatic Stress Disorder?
People with mental health needs cannot tolerate the stress of holding down a job.
MYTH - people with mental health issues are just as productive as other employees. When employees with mental health issues receive effective treatment, it can result in increased productivity, lower absenteeism and lower total medical costs.
50% of adults in the U.S. who have had a problem with substance abuse also suffer from mental illness.
True