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True or False: General Public is at risk when dealing with an individual with mental health disorders
False. People with mental illnesses are more likely to be the victims because due to stigmas and lack of education.
This disorder is a combination of a manic phase (a sudden onset of exhilaration and excessive good mood), and a depressive phase (feelings of worthlessness, hopelessness, and prolonged sadness)
Bi-Polar Disorder
Heroin, Morphine and Fentanyl are under which Drug class?
Opioids
Are you helping your friend if they come talk to you and you don't have any advice to give them?
Yes. By being open and letting them vent about what's going on, you are helping to alleviate their stress and get things off of their chest. You are not a professional (or maybe you are, who knows), and you can't expect to have all the answers. Sometimes just listening is all they need.
What is the only animal with 4 knees?
Elephant
Mental Health is defined as:
A) Achieving a period of 12-18 months without a psychotic episode.
B) Striking a balance in all aspects of your life - social, physical, spiritual, economic, mental.
C) A constant feeling of contentment.
B) Striking a balance in all aspects of your life - social, physical, spiritual, economic, mental.
Name 3 symptoms of Depression
feelings of despair and hopelessness, feeling detached from life and those around you, continued fatigue or loss of energy, feelings of sadness – crying for no apparent reason, inability to concentrate or make decisions, thoughts of suicide, changes in eating or sleeping patterns, persistent or recurring headaches or frequent gastrointestinal upsets, loosing interest in activities that are enjoyed
Cocaine, crystal meth and MDMA falls under which drug class?
Stimulant
True of false- If your friend tells you that they are going to harm themselves and they make you promise to keep it a secret, you should always respect their wishes and keep it a secret.
False. If you are concerned for their safety, tell someone. Talk to someone who can help. It is better to have a friend who is alive and mad at you than to lose a friend. If you think they are serious about attempting suicide, do not be afraid to call 911.
How many legs does a lobster have?
10
True or False: Eating are not as dangerous because a regulated diet will easily solve the problem.
False. it is a high risk of mental and physical illness that can cause death due to many side effects that can harm internal organs.
This disorder is characterized by depression and anxiety as well as flashbacks. It is common among victims of crimes and people in the military.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Alcohol, Solvents and GHB falls under which drug class
Depressant
True/ False- If you find the right words to say and spend enough time with them, you can cause your friend to get better when they are experiencing a mental health issue.
False. Temporarily you can make them feel better, but if there is an underlying cause making them feel bad, you can't fix it on your own. Sometimes helping a friend through something like this is challenging and frustrating because you cannot instantly make everything better. Being patient is key, and realizing that they need to be able to work out their own problem is needed to avoid burning yourself out. You can be a huge support for them, but ultimately you cannot fix everything.
What is the collective name for a group of lions?
A pride
True or False: If someone in your family has a mental illness, you are more likely to develop one as well.
True. 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. So, if you start to experience the symptoms of a mental disorder it will be important for you to see a health provider as soon as possible to determine if you have a problem that will require treatment.
What event is this describing?..." sweating, nausea, trembling and numbness in the legs or hands, dizziness, hot or cold flashes, a feeling of tightness or pressure in the chest, hyperventilation, “jelly” legs or blurred vision can develop. Individuals may even feel like they are going to die of a heart attack" What Event does this describe?
Panic Attack/ Anxiety attack
1. Opioids
2. Depressants
3. Hallucinogens
4. Stimulants
Name 3 things you can do to help a friend who thinks they may have a mental health problem.
Listen to them, spend time with them, encourage them to seek help, go with them to appointments/ help them make appointments, show them that you care, if it is serious tell someone, don't judge, ask someone for advice
How many hearts does an octopus have?
3
What is the most commonly abused drug across the nation?
Marijuana
Name 3 signs that a person could be suicidal
direct suicide threats such as “I want to die,” or indirect threats such as “You would be better off without me”/ personality changes or withdrawn behavior/ hoarding medication/ giving away prized possessions/ lack of interest in future plans/ isolation from friends and colleagues/ depression/
LSD, PCP, Shrooms and Special K are under which Drug Class
Hallucinogens
Name 3 reasons why people hesitate to get help
They don't want to "burden anyone else with their problems", it is hard to talk about, it makes them feel vulnerable, fear of being judged, stigma, don't know who to tell, don't think the problem is "serious enough", asking for help is "giving up", no resources available. Facts: Your friends will feel worse if you don't come talk to them if you need help/ need to talk. They are your friends for a reason, and they don't want you to feel bad! Don't be afraid to talk about it!
"Murder" is the collective noun for a group of which bird?
Crows