Mental Health & Pop Culture
Coping
The Brain
Teens & Mental Health
Misc.
100

Name two female athletes that prioritized their mental health and made the decision to not compete in major competitions

Simone Biles & Naomi Osaka

100

Name 3 coping skills that someone can use to manage their anxiety

Deep breathing, art, talking with a trusted support, going on a walk, journaling

100

At what age is your brain fully developed?

25

100

True or false: Teens don't need their parent or guardian's permission to initiate therapy

False: Parents need to give their consent for therapy. Similarly, it's important that kids/teens give their assent for therapy as well

100

Name two physical symptoms that occur when someone is struggling with their mental health

Headaches, nausea, fatigue, insomnia, pain in areas of the body

200

True or False: Major sports teams are required to have a mental health professional on staff

True

200

Name three people you could reach out to if you or someone you're close to is struggling with their mental health

Close friend, therapist, teacher, family member, religious leader, mentor, boss

200

Does marijuana impact brain development?

Yes!

200

True or false: Your primary care doctor should ask you about your mental health in medical visits

True: Primary care doctors are one of the first to know often if someone is struggling with their mental health. They are then responsible for ensuring that someone gets the care and support they need
200

Name two protective factors that help someone when they're struggling with their mental health?

Social support, a trusted person to confide in, being involved in activities that bring joy, getting enough sleep, healthy stress management strategies, self-esteem, a sense of safety, etc.

300

Is TikTok a definite reliable source of medical information?

No - although there are many reputable accounts that share accurate information, social media is not a reliable source to get medical information

300

Name the type of provider who typically prescribes medication for mental health

Psychiatrist. But, your primary care doctor is also able to prescribe and manage medication too!

300

What are at least two types of automatic responses that someone might have from a traumatic event?

Fight, flight, freeze, fawn

300

If you're a teenager, are you able to have a confidential visit with you primary care doctor without your parents/caregivers knowing?

Yes, and this is allowed and protected legally at any age

300

What type of therapy deals with the interaction between behaviors, thoughts and emotions?

CBT - Cognitive Behavior Therapy

400

What artist had a song title with the number for the suicide hotline?

BONUS: What is the NEW number for the suicide hotline?

Logic

BONUS: 988

400

Name two unhealthy coping skills, and explain why they're considered unhealthy

Substance use, isolation, keeping things bottled up, self-harm, risky behaviors/decision making

400

Name the neurotransmitter that is most often associated with depression

Serotonin 

400

What diagnosis is most over-diagnosed in boys, but under diagnosed in girls? 

BONUS: Why is this?

ADHD

BONUS: Boys tend to have more externalizing behaviors with ADHD, whereas girls tend to have more internalizing behaviors

400

What are exceptions to confidentiality in therapy?

Someone is at imminent risk of hurting themselves, at imminent risk of hurting others, suspected child abuse, for certain court proceedings when the records are requested by the judge

500

Name three celebrities that have been open about their struggles with mental health

Demi Lovato, Simone Biles, Selena Gomez, Naomi Osaka, Beyonce, Adele, Nicki Minaj, Lebron James, Lady Gaga, Ben Simmons, Serena Williams

500

What is considered the most important component to successful therapy? 

A trusting relationship between the therapist and client

500

What is the name of the "emotion center" of the brain?

Amygdala

500
What percentage of teens get support for their mental health?

About 19%

500

What is the name of the group of the most commonly prescribed medication for anxiety/depression?

BONUS: Explain how they work

Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)

BONUS: The medication blocks the reuptake of serotonin by neural receptors, leaving more serotonin in the brain. More serotonin = improved mood

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