OCD/Schizophrenia
Define Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Having an tendency towards excessive orderliness, perfectionism, and great attention to detail
This mental illness is more common in women than in men...
Anxiety
What is one coping mechanism among most mental illnesses that we should should stay consistent on?
Sleep
What are typical treatment options for phobias (and most other mental illnesses)?
Medication
Counseling/support systems
Which mental illness in this category do you typically see develop in children because of their life experiences?
Emotional Behavior Disorder
(Age 3-17)
List two ways you could be at risk for schizophrenia.
Family history
Pregnancy/birth complications
Taking mind altering drugs as a teen
List two BIG signs of PTSD.
Depression and Nightmares
Flashbacks and Avoidance of family/friends
Instructive thoughts and Irritability
Insomnia and unusual physical sensations
Either define bipolar or depression.
A disorder associated with episodes of mood swings ranging from depressive lows to manic highs
A common medical illness that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think and how you act
What are two commons factors that play a role in developing most mental illnesses?
Environmental
Genetics
What are two ways that could cause paranoia?
Having depression
Being sleep deprived
Having low self-esteem
Anxiety
What are 3 signs or symptoms for OCD?
Annoyance/stress when things are out of order
Fear of lossing or misplacing something
Excessive cleaning or hand washing
Fear of touching objects that others have already touched
Repeating words in their heads
Counting, hoarding, or arranging things often
What are 3 causes of PTSD?
Accidents, war, physical/sexual assault, exposure to traumatic events, childbirth experiences, abuse
Who is at risk for bipolar?
Those with family history, past traumatic events, use of ATOD products
List three examples of phobias one may experience.
Flying, heights, animals, needles, crowded spaces, germs, being alone, confined spaces, deep waters
How can you help someone with EBD?
Reward positive behaviors, provide breaks, talk them through situations that are hard, have simple and clear rules and expectations, cool them down
List 4 coping mechanisms for OCD.
Spending time in nature
Trying to improve your sleep
Trying to improve your diet
Trying to do some physical activity
Thinking about what makes your OCD worse
What are four coping mechanisms for Anxiety?
Working out, Journaling, Consistent sleep, Healthy Eating, Sticking to a routine, Avoiding ATOD products, Practicing time/stress management techniques.
What are 4 signs of depression?
Appetite and weight changes, insomnia or excessive sleeping, restlessness, loss of energy, feeling worthless or guilty, feeling helpless, anxiety, uncontrollable emotions
What are the two main types of phobias?
Specific and Complex
What are 4 signs of EBD?
Mood swings, difficulty handling stress, behavior outbursts, lack of focus, feeling lethargic/depressed, anxiety, feeling of guilt, easily annoyed, refusal to follow authority demands
What are the three categories of symptoms for schizophrenia?
Cognitive, Psychotic, and Negative
What is the 333 rule? (this is used to help someone with anxiety)
Identify three objects
Identify three sounds
Identity three moving body parts
Individuals who suffer from Bipolar Disorder may use these coping mechanisms (list 3 at a minimum).
Developing healthy daily routines
Practicing mindfulness
Talking with someone
Dedicate time to activities
What is the 5 things method?
5 things you can see, 4 things you can touch, 3 things you can hear, 2 things you can smell and 1 thing you can taste.
If you suffer from paranoia, you may also be at risk for... (two things).
Schizophrenia and delusional disorder.