Depression & Anxiety Signs & Symptoms
Which of the following are PHYSICAL signs of anxiety? Select all that apply.
A. Stomachaches
B. Trouble sitting still
C. Constantly worrying
D. Sweating
A. Stomachaches
B. Trouble sitting still
D. Sweating
Name three non-medication relaxation techniques for teens experiencing symptoms of anxiety? (Select all that Apply).
A. Deep Breathing exercises
B. Personal Enjoyable Hobbies
C. Meditation
D. Sertraline (Zoloft)
Answer: 1,2,3
1. Deep breathing-drawing in a breath while distending the abdomen and holding the breath for a few seconds can and slowly releasing the breath can calm the body and release tension.
2. Personal Enjoyable Hobbies (being outside, playing sports, drawing, etc)
3. Mindfulness/meditation-involves training the mind to be fully aware of where we are and what we are doing and not to overly react or be overwhelmed by what’s going on around us.
Who are people you can talk to about your anxiety? Name 2.
Parents, family members, teachers, coaches, friends you trust, school nurse.
What causes anxiety in adolescents your age? Name 2.
Family history
Stress
Loss of a loved one
Violence, fear, and abuse.
What are symptoms of depression in children and teens?
Increased energy and alertness
Increased hunger
Irritability, sadness, and crying
All of the above
Answer: C
Irritability, sadness, and crying
What can you do to help prevent depression? (Select all that apply)
Join sports
Get good rest
Avoid drugs and alcohol
Stay active with friends
Exercise
All of the above
Answer: F - All of the above
What can you do to help prevent depression?
Join sports
Get good rest
Avoid drugs and alcohol
Stay active with friends
Exercise
Name 3 types of online resources available to help if you are feeling depressed.
Websites (mentalhealthliteracy.org)/ online support groups/blogs (https://ok2talk.org), Crisis Text Line (Text “START” to 741-741), apps (CBT Tools for Youth, CBT Diary)
What can cause someone to feel depressed? Name 3.
Being bullied
Not feeling loved by your family
Pressure from peers to look good and to be good at sports
Coming from a lower-class family.
Horowitz, J. M., & Graf, N. (2020). Most U.S. teens see anxiety, depression as major problems. Pew Research Center's Social & Demographic Trends Project. Retrieved February 14, 2022, from https://www.pewresearch.org/social-trends/2019/02/20/most-u-s-teens-see-anxiety-and-depression-as-a-major-problem-among-their-peers/
Question: What are the emotional signs of anxiety? Select all that apply.
A.) Nervousness
B.) Panic
C.) Feeling energetic
D.) Worry
Answer: A,B,D
Nervousness
Panic
Worry
What are the benefits of music therapy?
A. Decrease anxiety
B. Reduce stress hormones
C. Increase motivation
D. Emotional Release
E. Increase verbalization
F. All of the above
Answer: F: All of the above
A. Decrease anxiety by reducing heart rate and blood pressure.
B. Reduce stress hormones: Cortisol
C. Increase motivation
D. Emotional Release
E. Increase verbalization
What are some actions that you can take to reduce your stress, right now?
A. Practice deep breathing exercises
B. Spend time with pets
C. Perform medication techniques
D. Take a nap, or lay down and close your eyes
E. All of the above
Answer: E
All of the above
What percentage of children age 3-17 are diagnosed with anxiety?
A. 5%
B. 10%
C. 3%
D. 7%
Ans: D. 7%
7.1% or 4.4 million kids have anxiety.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2021). Data and statistics on children's Mental Health. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Retrieved February 14, 2022, from https://www.cdc.gov/childrensmentalhealth/data.html
Question: What are the signs and symptoms of depression?
Loss of interest or pleasure in hobbies and activities
Thoughts of death or suicide, or suicide attempts
Body aches, low energy, and fatigue
All of the above
Answer: D
All of the above
What do you do if you think your friend is depressed? (Select all that apply)
A. help find support
B. Be a good listener
C. Give Support
D. All of the above
Answer: D - All of the above
What do you do if you think your friend is depressed? (Select all that apply)
A. help find support
B. Be a good listener
C. Give Support
What organization provides in-person mental health resources for youth in Roseburg/Douglas County?
Adapt Youth & Family Mental Health (Compass Behavioral Health)
What percentage of children age 3-17 are diagnosed with depression?
A. 1%
B. 5%
C. 3%
D. 9%
Answer: C. 3%
3.2% or 1.9 million children have depression.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2021). Data and statistics on children's Mental Health. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Retrieved February 14, 2022, from https://www.cdc.gov/childrensmentalhealth/data.html