Mental Health Conditions
A mental illness that causes dramatic shifts in a person’s mood, energy, and ability to think clearly. People with this condition experience high and low moods--known as mania and depression--which differ from the typical ups and downs most people experience.
What is Bipolar disorder?
True or False: Sleep is a time when your body and brain shut down for rest and relaxation
False - sleep is an active state that affects your physical and mental state
What does NAMI stand for?
National Alliance on Mental Illness. It provides advocacy, education, support, and public awareness so that all individuals and families affected by mental illness can build better lives
This classical composer was diagnosed with a serious case of Bipolar disorder - which is characterized by periods of extreme highs and extreme lows.
Beethoven
Focusing on good things from your day, or things that you are thankful for, is a coping strategy known as ________.
Gratitude
A condition characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. While this condition is usually diagnosed in childhood, it does not only affect children. An estimated 4.4% of adults aged 18-44 live with this condition.
What is Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?
True or False: Insufficient restful sleep can lead to premature death
True: Complications resulting from sleepiness can result in death
taking the time to do things that help you live well and improve both your physical health and mental health
What is self-care
This British singer, pianist and composer music legend was inspired to get sober in 1990 after a battle with excess drugs, alcoholism, and an eating disorder.
Who is Elton John?
This is a simple technique that is excellent for managing emotions. Not only is it effective, but is also discreet and easy to use at any time and any place.
What is deep breathing?
A sudden, overpowering fright response or feeling of terror for no known reason is an example of this.
What is a panic attack?
True or False: If you regularly doze off unintentionally during the day, you may need more than just a good night’s sleep
True. This could be a sign of a sleep disorder. Approximately 40 million Americans suffer from a sleep disorder. A sleep disorder that is untreated can put you at risk for accidents, illness, and early death
The hospital, supportive family/friends, counselors, and therapists are all places you can go for support. There is also a suicide hotline you can reach at what number?
What is 988
This female tennis star explained that she had battled “long bouts of depression” since she won her first major tournament, the U.S. Open in 2018.
Who is Naomi Osaka
This type of meditation focused on tensing and releasing different parts of your body.
Progressive Muscle Relaxation.
A mental illness that changes how people function day-to-day; common symptoms include changes in sleep, appetite, lack of concentration, loss of energy, lack of interest in activities, hopelessness or guilty thoughts, changes in movement (less activity or agitation), physical aches and pains, suicidal thoughts.
What is depression or depressive disorder?
True or False: The primary cause of insomnia is worry
False. Insomnia has many different causes including physical and mental conditions and stress. Insomnia is the perception that you’re not getting enough sleep because you fall asleep, stay asleep, or get back to sleep when you’ve awaken
How can distracting coping skills help you?
Gives your heart & mind a break.
Great for short-term relief.
Great to get through a crisis.
This actress, well known for her extraterrestrial role as a child, has recently shared that she has been sober for several years.
Who is Drew Barrymore?
Step 1: Breathe in, counting to four slowly. Feel the air enter your lungs.
Step 2: Hold your breath for 4 seconds. Try to avoid inhaling or exhaling for 4 seconds.
Step 3: Slowly exhale through your mouth for 4 seconds.
Step 4: Repeat steps 1 to 3 until you feel re-centered
What is box breathing?
A group of conditions characterized by impairment of at least two brain functions, such as memory loss and judgment. Symptoms include forgetfulness, limited social skills, and impaired thinking abilities that interfere with daily functioning.
What is dementia?
True or False: More people doze off at the wheel of the care in the early morning or midafternoon than in the evening
True. Our biological clock programs our bodies to experience two natural periods of sleepiness during a 24-hour day. Regardless of how much sleep we’ve had in 24 hours. The primary period is between midnight and 7 am. A second period of less intense sleepiness is mid-afternoon between 1 and 3 p.m.
This grounding technique involves using your 5 senses.
5-4-3-2-1 Technique
This musician and actress spoke openly in December 2016 about her struggles with post traumatic stress disorder. She stated, “My own trauma in my life has helped me to understand the trauma of others.”
Who is Lady Gaga?
Focusing on the mind (and breath) to achieve a mentally clear and emotionally calm state.
What is meditation?