Statistics
What 2 diagnoses are the most prevalent in America?
Depression and Anxiety
What is the national crisis prevention hotline number?
988 Lifeline - If you need emotional support, reach out to the national mental health hotline: 988.
Someone can meet criteria for PTSD without ever directly experiencing the traumatic event themselves.
True. Witnessing a traumatic event or repeated exposure to traumatic details can result in PTSD.
Define Trauma
Any disturbing experience that results in significant fear, helplessness, dissociation, confusion, or other disruptive feelings intense enough to have a long-lasting negative effect on a person’s attitudes, behavior, and other aspects of functioning. (APA)
Go for a walk
Take deep breaths
Schedule breaks
Eat lunch
Drink water
Notice 'wins' /positives with clients
How many adults in America are impacted by mental health?
1 in 4
What is the name for the nonprofit offering 24/7 crisis support services for LGBTQ+ young people. You can text, chat or call any time to reach a trained counselor.
The Trevor Project.
What does the DSM stand for?
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders
How do you regulate after a traumatic/difficult session with a client?
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About ___ in 10 people with mental illness receive no treatment or medication at all.
6
What do these acronyms stand for:
- SAMHSA
- NAMI
- MHA
-Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
-National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
- Mental Health America (MHA)
Mental health professionals don't need therapy.
False!
Mental Health and Mental Illness are terms that are often, incorrectly, used interchangeably. What is the difference?
Mental health refers to overall emotional, psychological, and social well-being, while mental illness is a diagnosable condition that affects thinking, feeling, or behavior.
Why is self-care important for helping professionals?
If you’re someone who gives a lot, whether it’s to your family, community, or career, it’s easy to put your own needs last. But the truth is, when we don’t care for ourselves, it becomes harder to care for anything else.
You’ve probably heard the saying, “You can’t pour from an empty cup.” And it’s true. Feeling burned out, depleted, or disconnected from ourselves impacts how we show up for others.
So, let me say this clearly: Self-care is not selfish. It’s how you keep your spark alive.
About what percent of mental health illnesses begin before the age of 14?
50%
Which US state has the most access to mental health resources? Which has the worst?
Best - Vermont
Worst - Texas
Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death for Americans aged 10-24.
True, it is the second leading cause of death for those aged 10-24 and disproportionately affects men, who die by suicide four times more often than women, though women attempt suicide three times more frequently.
This concept refers to the emotional residue or strain of exposure to working with those suffering from traumatic events.
What are some symptoms of burnout?
Burnout is a state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged stress, often accompanied by reduced motivation, cynicism, and decreased performance.
Personal symptoms?
What percentage of US adults with mental illness also have a substance use disorder?
35%.
Name 2 resources specific to VA
- Side by Side
- Virginia Mental Health Access Program
- Full Circle Grief Center
- Child Savers
- SAARA - Substance Abuse and Addiction Recovery Alliance of Virginia
- VOCAL Virginia
- VA DBHDS
Bias in diagnosis and treatment can contribute to disparities across racial and cultural groups.
True...what can we do about it this?
Countertransference in therapy is defined as a psychological phenomenon where a clinician's own feelings and emotional reactions influence their interactions with a client. This often occurs unconsciously, meaning that neither the clinician nor the client may realize it is happening. It can also refer to a therapist's emotional responses and projections towards a client based on their personal experiences or unresolved feelings.
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