Chronic Effects of Stress
This is higher due to vessels being constricted when stressed
Blood Pressure
Keeping a positive outlook on the future
Optimism
Disorder characterized by excessive fear and worrying
Anxiety Disorder
Skills such as hobbies that we use to deal with our emotions
Coping Skills
True or False: People with OCD are only obsessed with cleanliness.
False
Overtime this is weakened making you more susceptible to infections and slowing wound healing
Immune System
Bouncing back after failure or difficulty
Resilience
serious mood disorder characterized by persistent sadness and a loss of interest in activities
Depression
Box Breathing
What is the most common type of mental illness in the United States?
Anxiety Disorders
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and acid reflux affect what bodily system
Digestive system
The way we feel about and value ourselves
Self-esteem
Symptoms include nightmares, flashbacks, and avoidance of reminders of an event
PTSD (Post-traumatic stress disorder)
Being thankful or expressing good things from your day or things that you are thankful for
Gratitude
Name all 3 SMS Counselors
Steffensmeier, Baugh, Thies
A sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling or staying asleep, leading to daytime fatigue and irritability
Insomnia
Our perspective of ourselves, who we think we are
Self-concept
Condition characterized by uncontrollable, recurring thoughts and repetitive behaviors
OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder)
Practice that involves focusing/clearing your mind using a combination of mental and physical techniques such as breathing and visualization
Meditation
What month is mental health awareness month?
May
The buildup of plaque in the arteries
Atherosclerosis
Negative perception of and discrimination against individuals with mental health conditions
Stigma
Condition characterized by extreme mood swings that include episodes of mania
Bipolar Disorder
Structured talk therapy that helps individuals change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
What number is the Crisis hotline
988