Mental Health 1
Name one unhealthy way of coping with your emotions.
Substance abuse, Excessive alcohol consumption,
Emotional eating, Self-harm, Isolation,
Impulsive or risky behaviors
What does the acronym PTSD stand for?
Post-traumatic stress disorder
What is a cause of stress?
Upcoming Tests, Too Much Homework, A Heavy Workload, Lack Of Organization, Too Little “Down Time”, Poor Sleep Schedule, Lack Of Support, Transitioning To A New Environment, Classes That Are Too Hard
These can be used to reduce stress and feelings of anxiety while also improving our mental wellness.
What are coping skills?
What does NBA stand for?
National Basketball Association
Name 2 types of depression
Clinical, bipolar, postpartum, seasonal, major depression, dysthymic disorder
True or False: Being isolated from others is heathy.
False.
loneliness has been found to raise levels of stress, impede sleep and, in turn, harm the body. Loneliness can also develop depression or other mental health disorders
Name 2 Mental Health Disorders (Besides Anxiety and Depression)
List three coping skills
Listen to music, talk to someone, go for a walk, etc...
6
True or False: All Stress is Bad
False
Good stress: ride a roller coaster, compete in a game, go on a first date, Play a game in the classroom.
More than ____ million Americans struggle with mental illness
50
In 2022, what were the two most common mental health disorders?
Depression and Anxiety
TRUE OR FALSE:
Diet is important to mental health
TRUE:
EAT SOMETHING - DRINKING PLENTY OF WATER
Who is the all time scoring leader in NBA History? (Hint: He broke the record last season)
26% of Americans ages 18 and older -- about 1 in 4 adults -- suffers from ________ .
Mental Health Disorder
What is self-care?
"Self-care means taking time to do things you enjoy, and taking care of yourself. When used consistently, self-care can reduce stress, relieve uncomfortable emotions, and improve physical health."
(Therapist Aid, LLC)
What is anxiety?
Anxiety is a feeling of unease, such as worry or fear, that can be mild or severe. Everyone has feelings of anxiety at some point in their life. For example, you may feel worried and anxious about sitting at an exam or having a medical test or job interview.
What is the 4th highest reason for kids dying between the ages 15-19?
Suicide
Why is sports relaxing?
Exercise in almost any form can act as a stress reliever. Being active can boost your feel-good endorphins and distract you from daily worries. You know that exercise does your body good, but you're too busy and stressed to fit it into your routine.
TRUE or FALSE:
Mental illness can be genetic
TRUE!
Beside MENTAL wellness, name 3 other types of wellness
Physical, Emotional, Social
What is a common technique you can use to calm down when you are upset that requires catching your breaths?
Deep Breathing, wash you face, go for a walk, meditate, etc...
What are examples of Effective Communication?
1. Listening before speaking
2. Not interrupting
3. Fully listening to what others are saying,
4. Calmly communicating ideas, etc.
What country is Cristiano Ronaldo play for?
Portugal