Let's Be Real!... (myth or fact)
Would you look at that? (Signs and Symptoms)
Categories of Special Needs
Terms to Know
Random Animal Facts
100
(Myth or Fact) Children don't have mental health issues
Myth: 13-20% of kids living in the U.S have a mental health disorder
100
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)
What is Bi-Polar Disorder?
100
Cerebral Palsy, Muscular Dystrophy and Spina Bifida are examples of this type of disability
What is a physical disability?
100
What is a plan written by parents and teachers for any child who has been diagnosed with special needs. the plan details how the child should receive an appropriate education depending on their specific needs?
Individualized Education Plan (IEP)
100
What is the only Animal with 4 knees?
Elephant
200
(Myth or Fact) A child can manage a psychiatric disorder through willpower
Myth: A mental health disorder can cause severe distress and dysfunction that can affect all areas of a child's life.
200

Feelings of despair and hopelessness, feeling detached from life and those around you and  continued fatigue or loss of energy are symptoms of this mental health disorder.

What is Depression?
200
Down Syndrome is an example of this type of disability
What is a cognitive disability?
200
What is a federal law that requires all states to provide education to an child who is developmentally delayed?
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
200
Where on a cows body are the sweat glands located?
the nose
300
(Myth or Fact) Mental disorders are a consequence of bad parenting or personal weakness.
Myth. The main risk factors for mental illness are not bad parenting or personal weakness but rather genetics, severe and prolonged stress (such as physical or sexual abuse), or other environmental influences, and brain chemistry.
300
This disorder is characterized by depression and anxiety as well as flashbacks. It is common among victims of crimes and people in the military.
What is Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
300
Dyslexia is an example of this type of disability
Learning disability
300
What is a teaching strategy that is used in the classroom to alter the regular curriculum or environment to ensure that a child with special needs can be successful?
Modification/Accomodation
300
A blessing is the name given to a group of which magnificent creature?
Unicorn
400
(Myth or Fact) People with mental illness often have slightly lower IQs than the rest of the population.
Myth: Mental Illness is often correlated with higher creativity.
400
What event is this describing?..." sweating, nausea, trembling or pressure in the chest, hyperventilation. Individuals may even feel like they are going to die of a heart attack"
What is a Panic Attack/ Anxiety attack
400
Autism Spectrum Disorder and Asperger's Syndrome can affect what type of skills
What are social and interaction skills?
400
Fidgets, difficulty engaging in quiet activities, difficulty awaiting their turn
What is ADHD
400
How many hearts does an Octopus have?
3
500
(Myth or Fact) Medication is the only treatment method that works for mental health problems.
Myth: Medication can be helpful and is sometimes necessary depending on the severity of the issue. However, other methods such as therapy and counseling can also be helpful.
500

People can experience recurring, unwanted thoughts, ideas  that make them feel driven to do something repetitively.  Behaviors such as hand washing, checking on things, or cleaning excessively.

What is Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?

500
Asthma, epilepsy, diabetes are examples of this type of disability
What is a health disability?
500
Often loses temper, easily annoyed, argumentative with adults.
What is Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
500

Which type of bear has black skin?

Polar Bear: A polar bear's fur is made up of two layers – an outer layer, with long ‘guard’ hairs, and a thick undercoat, with shorter hair. The outer layer of hair is clear – and a polar bear’s skin is black.

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