Symptoms
Although people tend to use this diagnosis as a synonym for rapid mood swings. This diagnosis is defined by two distinct episodes of depression and mania, each needing to have lasted at least 4-14 days.
What is bipolar I or bipolar II?
The most common mental health disorder found in adolescents.
What is anxiety?
1 in 8 adolescents meets clinical criteria for an anxiety disorder
This former Disney Star, who starred in Camp Rock, has been open about their struggles with bipolar disorder and addiction
Who is Demi Lovato?
Most people need at least 8 hours or more of this
What is sleep?
"I can't fail this test, there is no room for failure"
What is polarized or all-or-nothing thinking?
A persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity/impulsivity that interferes with functioning or development
What is ADHD?
143,000 Pennsylvanians aged 12-17 have been diagnosed with this
What is Depression?
This famous comedian from SNL has been open about his struggles with borderline personality disorder
Who is Pete Davidson?
This activity is healthy for the body and the brain. When you do this, your brain releases serotonin, dopamine, and endorphins.
What is exercise?
"I always mess stuff like this up"
Overgeneralization
The essential feature of this, defined by the DSM-5, is an abrupt surge of intense fear or discomfort that reaches a peak within minutes and during which 4 (or more) of 13 physical and cognitive symptoms occur
What is a panic attack?
The typical age that your brain is considered to be fully formed
What is 25 years old?
This highly decorated Olympic swimmer is someone with ADHD
Who is Michael Phelps?
A coping skill that you can use while in school.
What is...
-deep breathing
-5 4 3 2 1
-taking a break
-talking to the guidance counselor
"I didn't make the team because I'm just such a loser"
What is labeling?
Part of the criteria for this diagnosis is excessive worry (apprehensive expectation) occurring more days than not for at least 6 months, about a number of events or activities
What is generalized anxiety disorder?
1 in ___ U.S. youth aged 6-17 experience a mental health disorder each year
What is 6?
This famous singer, song writer and Oscar award winning actress has spoken openly about her struggles with PTSD
Who is Lady Gaga?
The word for this exercise comes from the Sanskrit language and means "Union"
What is yoga?
"My friend didn't say hi to me in the hallway today. They must not like me anymore, I mean why would they?"
What is Personalization?
Part of the diagnostic criteria for this kind of episode includes: markedly diminished interest or pleasure in all or almost all activities most of the day, nearly every day
What is a depressive episode?
High school students with depression are __ times more likely to drop out than their peers?
What is 2x more likely?
The 16th President of the United states suffered from depression and anxiety attacks
Who is Abraham Lincoln?
Using your 5 senses to help you focus on the present moment is a popular way to practice this coping skill
What is mindfulness?
"I feel lonely. That must be because I'm such a miserable sad sack that no one wants to hang out with"
What is Emotional Reasoning?