Famous People Living with Mental Health Disorders
This person has recently come out and shared stories of post-partum depression. She has her own cookbook and is also known as the queen of twitter
Who is....Chrissy Teigen
Everyone has mental health
True! This is simply the health of your brain. Just as you would see a doctor when you had a persistent flu, when one of the six domains of the brain is not functioning properly over time, this is when people tend to seek support for their mental health
An example of a disruption of functioning in the signaling part of the brain is....?
What is...anxiety(e.g. social anxiety, panic disorders, OCD, PTSD)
True or false: exercise helps when we are feeling stressed and can also help when one is experiencing a mental health disorder
True! Exercise can help get that cortisol flowing and make use of it so it is not sitting in one or two places in your body often creating some uncomfortable sensations
This one study says that kids will ask this many questions in one given day?
300
This person was known for singing "This is Me" and disclosed that she struggles with an eating disorder, bipolar disorder and substance use disorder
Who is...Demi Lovato
Learning about mental health disorders will make me develop one
Myth - knowing about our mental health and the disorders in the DSM can help inform us early if we recognize signs or symptoms in ourselves or our loved ones. This means we can get support sooner or learn to support our friends if they are struggling.
What are the 4 domains that CBT looks at?
Thoughts, behaviors, emotions and sensations
True or false - what works for one person to cope with an uncomfortable thought/feeling/sensation will work for all people
False! What is in our coping toolbox is different for everyone. Some people like to get their feelings out through writing, others like exercise, and some like talking to someone they trust. It depends on the person
Sea lions can dance to a beat - true or false
True
This movie star shared she struggles with bipolar disorder. She has played so many characters over the years...such as the inspirational woman behind Zorro! She was married to Michael Douglas and they are still besties.
Catherine Zeta-Jones
Grief is the same thing as depression...just a different name
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Myth - grief is when a loss of something or someone has occurred and lasts under 6 months. When the grief lasts longer and is interfering with life daily, this is when it might be helpful to seek out support for one's mental health. This does not necessarily imply depression though
The six domains of functioning for the brain are..
The six domains are:
1. Thinking
2. Perception
3. Emotion
4. Signaling
5. Physical
6. Behavioral
What are some strategies that bring you to the present moment?
Meditation, coloring, eating, walking, breathing, pressing your hand or face against something cold or warm, progressive relaxation.....anything if it is done mindfully! (e.g. paying attention intentionally to what you are doing in that moment)
The inventor of M&M's was allergic to peanuts - true or false
True
It is hard to say what this actor's best known for since there were so many big hits from him. He was in Jumanji and has a special places in many people's hearts
Robin Williams
Anxiety helps you prepare for any exam and can protect you from danger
True! Anxiety serves to protect our brains and bodies when a stressful event is upon them. However, too much anxiety with no danger or stress in sight over time can change the pathways in our brain
An example of a disruption of functioning in the emotional part of the brain is....?
What are...Mood disorders such as depression or bipolar disorder
Name three places in the city that you could refer a friend to if they were struggling with a mental health disorder and needed more information?
1. Social worker
2. Distress Center
3. Doctor or physician
4. Psychiatrist
5. AHS Community Clinics
6. Support groups
7. A private therapist
The first Starbucks is located in...
What is...Seattle
Author of one of the biggest franchises and movie series to ever come to life...there's a coffee shop over seas tribute to her as she would write her beloved novels here. She struggled with depression for a long time.
J.K. Rowling
People with mental health disorders are weak
Myth - people struggling with their mental health are more often than not resilient and resourceful as they have had to learn strategies that help them when they are going through a difficult time
An example of a disruption of functioning in the behavioral part of the brain is....?
What are...ADHD, Eating disorders, substance use disorder
What one domain in everyone's life makes a huge impact on one's mental health? Hint: you do it every day
Sleep! Sleep is so important to maintain good brain functioning
How many sesame seeds on a Mcdonalds Big Mac Bun?
178