Treatment
Name 3 people you can go to to talk to if you are having a hard time
Depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide.
Fact.
The proportion of the global population living with depression is estimated to be 322 million people—4.4% of the world’s population.
How many hearts does an octopus have?
3
What are some things you can do if you are having issues with your treatment plan or medication?
True or False. Coping skills can only be used when you're at home by yourself.
False. They can be used anytime!
Most people with mental health issues receive assistance through services
Myth.
Nearly 60% of adults with a mental illness did not receive mental health services in the previous year.
What are a group of lions called?
Pride
True or False - You need to know exactly what you're going to say and how you're going to say it before you talk to a counselor/therapist.
False.
Counselors are there to listen to whatever is troubling you, and you can open up to them at a pace that you are comfortable with.
A coping skill to help calm you down, that you can do anytime / anywhere, without anyone even noticing.
What is deep breathing / breathing techniques?
More men are affected by depression than women.
Myth.
Women are nearly twice as likely as men to be diagnosed with depression. Depression can occur at any age
Where is a shrimp's heart located?
Its head.
True or False - Seeking help for mental illness will make symptoms worse.
False.
When you do have the strength, courage and bravery to open up to someone else, you are working to alleviate the stigma, increase awareness, empower yourself, grow as a person, and promote understanding of mental health.
Name 3 things you can do to help a friend who thinks they may have a mental health issue.
If someone in your family has a mental illness, you are more likely to develop one as well.
Fact.
Although you will not necessarily develop any kind of mental illness, if someone in your family has a mental disorder you will be at higher risk.
What animal's eye are bigger than its brain?
An ostrich
This form of psychotherapy helps a person learn how to recognize negative patterns of thought and replace them with healthier ways of thinking
What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Please demonstrate a coping skill
Around 1 in 5 of the world's children and adolescents have a mental disorder.
Fact.
More than 43 million Americans struggle with mental illness
What is the only animal with four knees?
An elephant
They are the only animal to have four forward-facing knees. All other four-legged animals have at least one pair of legs with knees that face backwards.
Fun Fact: They also are the only animals that can't jump