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Around what percentage of teens say they have access to a smartphone?
A) 50%
B) 75%
C) 95%
D) 100%
C) 95%
What are the two most common mental health disorders among youth?
Why do we use coping skills?
To calm down/feel better
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
True or false: Social support does NOT play a role in mental health.
False: Those with social support report feeling more connected with others.
Truth or myth: Many teens feel addicted to their smartphone.
Truth: Nearly half (47 percent) of teens who have a smartphone say they are “addicted” to it.
What percentage of youth ages 13-18 live with a mental health condition?
A) 5%
B) 20%
C) 60%
D) 100%
B) 20% of youth ages 13-18 live with a mental health condition
Name two unhealthy coping skills.
Fighting, substance use, self-harm, avoidance, etc.
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 Losing interest in activities that are enjoyed
Give an example of how to ask for support.
See a counselor/therapist, talk to a parent or adult, reach out to friends, etc.
Name the top two most commonly used social media outlets by teens.
Snapchat is the favorite social media of teens, with 41 percent saying they use it the most. Instagram is next, with 22 percent.
Truth or myth: LGBTQ individuals are 2 or more times more likely as straight individuals to have a mental health condition.
Truth
List three coping skills that you can use at school.
Talking with friends, deep breathing, listening to music, muscle relaxation, grounding, etc.
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)
Name three signs that someone might be thinking about hurting or killing themselves.
Verbal threats, changes in behavior (withdrawal, failing classes, increased sub. use), depression, past attempts, preoccupation with death, final arrangements, etc.
What percentage of teens say they have been cyberbullied?
A) 13%
B) 36%
C) 50%
D) 75%
A) About 1 in 10 teens (13 percent) say they have been cyberbullied.
More than 1 in 5 teens (23 percent) say they have tried to help someone who has been cyberbullied.
List 5 symptoms of depression.
What is the term used for paying attention, here and now, and being aware of your surroundings?
Mindfulness
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?
True or False: Ignoring someone who talks about harming themselves is the best response, because they probably want attention.
False: Many teens demonstrate warning signs before attempting suicide. Statements such as, "I don't want to be here anymore" or "you'll miss me when I'm gone" often indicate suicidal thoughts.
How many hours per day are youth spending online or consuming media?
According to Common Sense Media, teens spend an average of nine hours a day online.
What demographic utilizes mental health care the most?
21.5% of white females access mental health care.
True or false: When deep breathing, you breathe IN through your mouth and OUT through your nose.
False: You breathe in through your nose and out through your mouth.
True or false- Medication is the only treatment method that works for mental health problems.
False. Medication can be helpful, and is sometimes necessary depending on the severity of the issue, but other methods such as therapy and counselling can also be very helpful. Talk to a doctor about all of your different options.
Name 5 different sources of support for youth.
Peers, family, teachers, counselors, coaches, etc.