Understanding Mental Health
Factors Influencing Mental Health
Relevance to Young Adults an Adults
Maintaining Good Mental Health
100
It is when we are managing our emotions, coping with stress, maintaining social relationships, and making righteous decisions and personal choices
Mental Health
100
It is a type of factor that encompasses the impact of the environment and society on mental health such as societal networks, cultural influence, and socioeconomic status.
a. Environmental
b. Sociological
c. Cultural
b. Sociological
100
As a young adult/adult yourself, what are some specific challenges that you face?
- academic pressures
- career uncertainties
- financial stress
- social pressures
- transition to independence
identity issues
substance abuse
impact of social media
200
Give 1 example of misconceptions about mental health.
1. Mental illness is a sign of weakness or personal failure.
2. Mental health problems are not real illnesses.
3. Seeking help for mental health is unnecessary or a luxury.
5. Mental health issues are solely caused by a lack of religious beliefs and supernatural or spiritual factors.
6. Children cannot have mental health problems.
200
It is a type of factor that encompasses the emotional and cognitive aspects that influence our mental health such as thoughts, emotions, and behavior.
a. Psychological
b. Emotional
c. Cognitive
a. Psychological
200
It is a state of worry or mental tension caused by a difficult situation and a natural human response that prompts us to address challenges and threats in our lives.
Stress
300
Mental health is just as important as _____.
Physical Health
300
It is a type of factor that encompasses the physical aspects that influence our mental health such as genetics, brain chemistry, and physical health.
a. Physical
b. Biological
d. Anatomical
b. Biological
300
This response is an automatic physiological reaction to an event that is perceived as stressful or frightening.
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Fight or Flight
300
What are some self-care practices you engage in to maintain good mental health?
1. Mindfulness
2. Social Connections
3. Setting Boundaries
4. Regular Exercise
5. Adequate Sleep
6. Eating Healthy