Mental health basics
What is mental health?
A person's emotional, psychological, and social well-being.
What is it called when people work together to help someone?
Support System
What is the main goal of suicide prevention?
To save Lives
Mental health is just as important as physical health.
True
What hormone is often called the "feel-good" chemical?
Dopamine
What is the term for regularly taking care of your physical and mental needs?
Self Care
What is an important quality to show when someone is opening up about their feelings?
Empathy
What should you do if you are worried that a friend is not safe?
Tell a Trusted Adult
Talking about suicide will automatically make things worse
Myth
What is the name for the practice of paying attention to the present moment?
Mindfulness
What professional is trained to provide mental-health counseling?
Councler
What should you do if you are worried that a friend is not safe?
Tell a trusted adult
What is the first step toward getting help for a mental-health problem?
Reaching Out
Only adults experience suicidal thoughts.
Myth
What is another word for the negative attitudes or stereotypes surrounding mental health?
Stigma
What is the opposite of mental health stigma?
Acceptance
What is one important thing to do when someone tells you they are struggling?
Listen
What is one thing you should avoid doing when someone shares that they are struggling?
Judging, dismissing, or making fun of them.
Mental health is part of overall health.
True
What is one of the biggest protective factors that can help people through difficult times?
Support System
What is the act of reaching out to someone for assistance called?
Seeking help
Should you keep a serious safety concern about a friend a secret?
No
What is one of the most important things you can do when someone tells you they are struggling?
Listen and take them seriously
If someone talks about suicide, bringing it up directly will put the idea into their head.
Myth-Asking directly and calmly about suicide does not cause someone to become suicidal and can open the door to getting help.
How many Suicide Hotlines are in cayman?
2. CayMind and Cayman Kids Helpline