Let's Be Real... (myth or fact)
Would you look at that?
(signs / symptoms)
Treatment
Helping Out
Did You Know...
100
Mental health issues are rare
Myth: -One in five American adults experienced a mental health issue -One in 10 young people experienced a period of major depression -One in 25 Americans lived with a serious mental illness, such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or major depression
100
This disorder is a combination of: -a manic phase (a sudden onset of exhilaration and excessive good mood) -a depressive phase (feelings of worthlessness, hopelessness, and prolonged sadness)
Bi-Polar Disorder
100
True or False: Admitting that something is wrong is giving up on yourself.
FALSE Admitting you are having problems is often very hard to do, and asking for help is a sign of strength and willingness to work through what you are experiencing.
100
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.
100
True or False: People with mental health needs, even those who are managing their mental illness, cannot tolerate the stress of holding down a job.
False: People with mental health problems are just as productive as other employees. Employers who hire people with mental health problems report good attendance and punctuality as well as motivation, good work, and job tenure on par with or greater than other employees.
200
People with mental illnesses will not get better
Myth: Once diagnosed, mental illness is treatable. While it is not usually “cured”, it can be effectively managed. Most people with mental disorders live productive and positive lives while receiving treatments for their mental illness.
200
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
200
Name 3 people you can go to for help here at John George:
-Doctor -Nurses -Occupational Therapist -Social Worker -Mental Health Specialist -Psych Interns -Peers
200
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.
200
“Stigma” refers to: A. A plan of treatment agreed to by patient and doctor. B. Lack of knowledge about mental health. C. Societal prejudice
What is C...Societal Prejudice This can prevent people in need from speaking up or seeking help. There continues to be a stigma associated with mental illness that contributes to feelings of shame and guilt and thereby prevents people from asking for help.
300
Mental health 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 crime and people in the military.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
300
True or False: Medication is the only treatment method that works for mental health problems.
False: Medication can be helpful, and is necessary depending on the severity of the issue, but other methods such as therapy and counseling can also be very helpful. Talk to a doctor about all of your different options.
300
True or 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.
300
Who is most likely to get a mental illness? A. Poor, uneducated people. B. Can affect anyone, regardless of intelligence, social class, or income level. C. People with stressful jobs.
What is...B No one, regardless of intelligence, social status, economic condition or educational level is immune from being diagnosed with a mental illness. Mental illness can affect anyone.
400
If someone in your family has a mental illness, you are more likely to develop one as well.
Fact: 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.
400
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
Panic Attack/ Anxiety attack
400
True of False: You need to know exactly what you're going to say and how you're going to say it before you talk to your treatment team
False. The treatment team is here to listen to whatever is troubling you, and you can open up to them at a pace that you are comfortable with. Tip: if you feel like you might get nervous and freeze up, it often helps to write things down before your appointment. This also helps you to organize your thoughts and put things in perspective.
400
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
400
Agoraphobia is: A. A fear of being in places or situations which would be difficult to escape from. B. A fear of the outdoors. C. A fear of supermarkets.
What is A... Agoraphobia is the fear of having panic attacks on places or situations which would be difficult to escape from. It is not a fear of going out into public places.
500
Males attempt suicide more often than females do.
Myth: Females attempt approximately 4 times as often. However, males have a higher rate of death. This is because men tend to use more violent methods.
500
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/
500
DOUBLE JEOPARDY!!! True or False: If you think you no longer need to take your medications or feel they aren’t working properly, just stop taking them.
FALSE!!! Several medications for mental health conditions can have unpleasant and dramatic side effects if stopped too suddenly. The dosage of many medications will need to be slowly decreased while under the supervision of your prescriber before you can stop taking them. Never go “cold turkey” and just stop taking your medications.
500
If a person is having a panic attack, the best response is to: A. Firmly hold and restrain them. B. Stay with them and encourage them to be calm and breathe deeply. C. Try to dismiss their fears by telling them that it is all in their mind.
What is...B The most effective ways of helping a person through a panic attack are to speak slowly and help the person remain calm and take deep breaths. Do not try to grab or hold them, do not dismiss their fears as irrational or force them to confront it immediately.
500
True or False: People with schizophrenia are typically violent.
What is FALSE Contrary to popular belief, individuals with schizophrenia are not prone to violence.
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