Fact or Myth?
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Miscellaneous
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Mental health problems are uncommon.
Myth- 1 in 4 young adults has a mental health condition
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What is mental health (as defined by CDC)?
A state of well-being in which a person realizes his or her own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully and is able to make a contribution to his or her community.
100
What are some college stressors that may impact mental health?
Relationship breakups Homesickness Peer pressure Loneliness Academic pressure Future career stress Financial issues Lack of sleep Taking on too much Overinvolved Body image concerns Drug and alcohol use Poor diet and lack of exercise Sexual identity Hazing Bullying etc
100
What does ITASA stand for?
Intercollegiate Taiwanese American Students Association
200
Mental illness is caused by a personal weakness and can recover from a mental illness by turning his or her thoughts positively.
Myth- A mental illness is not a character flaw. It is an illness, and it has nothing to do with being weak or lacking will-power. Recovery is possible when the person receives the necessary treatment and support.
200
What is mental health conditions (as defined by CDC)?
Conditions that are characterized by alterations in thinking, mood, or behavior (or some combination of those) associated with distress and/or impaired functioning.
200
How can you help end stigma against mental health issues?
-Speak up about stigma to friends, family and colleagues -Be aware of your own attitudes and judgments -Support organizations that fight stigma etc
200
What is the #1 song on iTunes chart right now?
Fool's Gold- One Direction
300
Stigma is a major barrier to college students seeking help.
Fact - People may fear what they don’t understand and they stigmatize what they fear and don’t understand.
300
What does it mean to be mentally healthy?
-Social and emotional well-being -Managing the stress and emotions of everyday life in healthy ways and with positive steps forward. -A peaceful balance of feeling and functioning well. -Coping in a healthy way with unexpected events in life.
300
How do identify common suicide warning signs?
-Talking about hopelessness, worthlessness, being a burden to others, feeling trapped or having no reason to live -Having no motivation or losing interest in activities once enjoyed -Withdrawing or feeling isolated -Sudden change in personality or behaviors -Giving away possessions, behaving recklessly -Talking about death or not being here tomorrow.
300
How old is NYC's subway system?
110- It's been running since 1904!
400
Mental health problems are best treated by my primary care physician.
Myth- No matter what their field, nearly every mental health professional agrees that diagnosable mental disorders are best treated by a trained specialist -- a mental health professional. This doesn't mean that you shouldn't still talk to your doctor about potential symptoms!
400
What mental health conditions are most common in the college student community?
Anxiety and depression
400
How can you help a friend who is showing suicide warning signs?
Reach out to someone you trust Share your concern Offer support Be a friend If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide, call: 24hr National Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-800-273-8255 (TALK)
400
How many grooves are there on the edge of a quarter?
119
500
Stress causes mental illness.
Partially true- Stress may occasionally trigger an episode or cause symptoms such as anxiety or depression, but persistent symptoms appear to be biological in nature. There are probably many things that can contribute to mental illness. The cause is not yet fully understood.
500
What are some common warning signs of a mental health condition?
-Feeling very sad or withdrawn for more than 2 weeks -Seriously trying to harm or kill oneself or making plans to do so -Severe out-of-control, risk-taking behaviors that can cause harm to self or others - Sudden overwhelming fear for no reason, sometimes with a racing heart, physical discomfort or fast breathing -Not eating, throwing up; significant weight loss or weight gain -Severe mood swings that cause problems in relationships -Repeated use of drugs or alcohol -Drastic changes in behavior, personality or sleeping habits -Extreme difficulty in concentrating or staying still that puts a person in physical danger or causes school failure -Intense worries or fears that get in the way of daily activities like hanging out with friends or going to classes
500
What are some resources for us?
Campus services - Ex. NYU Wellness Exchange NAMI- National Alliance on Mental Illness For Asian Americans: NAAPIMHA- National Asian American Pacific Islander Mental Health Association APIAHF- Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum
500
Which chemical element has the shortest name?
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