VOCAB
MENTAL ILLNESS
DEPRESSION
SUICIDE
STRESS
100

What is SUICIDE?

The intentional taking of one's own life. 

100

Where could someone go to get help for mental illness?

Online resources, Counselors, family/parent, teacher, friend, etc.

100

What is Clinical depression?

A constant feeling of sadness, hopelessness, and loneliness for an extended period of time. Usually follows after a life changing event (grieving a loss.. etc.) 

100

What mental illness is strongly correlated to suicide?

Depression

100

True or False: Life is best when there is no stress involved whatsoever. 

FALSE! "No Stress" can be a negative thing. Stress can motivate us to grow or succeed. We may not perform our bests if we never experienced stress.  

200

What is ANXIETY?

The feeling of fear + worry about things that might or could happen. Thinking constantly about the "what if's".

200

What are some strategies for dealing effectively with Anxiety?

Exercise, get enough sleep, eat well, meditate, etc.

200

True or False: having depression is a choice. 

FALSE! Depression is a real illness like cancer or other serious diseases. 

200

What is an example of a verbal sign of suicide?

“I WISH I WERE DEAD”

“NOBODY NEEDS ME”

“PEOPLE WOULD BE BETTER OFF WITHOUT ME”

“I JUST CAN’T GO ON LIVING ANYMORE”

“I’M GOING TO KILL MYSELF”

200

What is Distress?

Distress is the negative form of stress. It causes you to feel worried, uptight, uncomfortable, and could cause illness. 

300

What is STRESS?

A natural reaction as a result of a challenging stressor or stimulus. The reaction typically manifests as strain, tension and worry.

300

What is Schizophrenia?

Schizophrenia is a serious mental disorder in which people interpret reality abnormally. Schizophrenia may result in some combination of hallucinations, delusions, and extremely disordered thinking and behavior that impairs daily functioning, and can be disabling.

300

What is are some symptoms of depression?

Flat emotions, irritability, changes in sleep patterns, changes in appetite, loss of interest in things you once loved, isolation, negative thoughts

300

What are 3 behavioral signs of suicide?

  • ALCOHOL OR DRUG USE, EXTREME CHANGES IN MOOD AND BEHAVIOR, UNEXPLAINED CRYING, FEELINGS OF GUILT, QUITTING SPORTS TEAMS OR SOCIAL CLUBS, or SOCIAL ISOLATION

300

What is EUSTRESS? Give an example of when you might feel it. 

Eustress is the positive form of stress. It can cause good feelings of excitement and motivation. It can also peak your performance. 

Ex: Right before you perform on stage, before a basketball championship game, or a competition. 

400

Explain the Moto "Time out, Workout, Reach out" and what does this help with?

Time out: Take a break to do something you love

Workout: Be physically active 

Reach out: Connect with others

ALL WAYS TO REDUCE STRESS


400

What Bipolar Disorder?

A disorder with extreme mood swings
400

How is Depression treated?

Anti Depressants (medication), Therapy, and/or exercise. 

400

If someone you know is considering suicide, what is the MOST important thing you should do?

Validate their feelings, but GET THEM HELP! Don't keep secrets, tell a parent or trusted adult. 

400

Name 4 healthy and positive ways to reduce stress.

Laughter/humor, prioritize, take breaks, be physically active, call or talk to friends, listen to music, go outside and meditate/relax.

500

What does Q.P.R. stand for? 

Question. Persuade. Refer. 

Helps Suicide Prevention

500

How many people experience mental illness?

1 in 5 (20%)

500

What is another form of depression other than feeling depressed and diagnosed general depression?

Seasonal Affective Disorder

500

Why is it important to talk to someone early on if you or someone you know is struggling with mental illness?

The faster you get professional help, the more tools and skills you have to help you cope and live a happy life.
500

Name 3 negative ways to deal with stress.

Stress eat, lash out in anger, drugs or alcohol.

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