Listen, Learn, Screen
What screening tool is most commonly used to assess for depression in adults?
What is the PHQ-9?
What term describes the pattern of behaviors used by one partner to gain or maintain power and control over another partner?
What is intimate partner violence (IPV)?
ADHD stands for this full medical term.
What is Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder?
Myth or Fact — Mental illness is rare.
What is a Myth? (1 in 5 U.S. adults experience a mental illness each year.)
Pharmacists can refer patients experiencing mental health symptoms to this type of professional for diagnosis and therapy.
What is a licensed mental health provider (e.g., psychiatrist, psychologist, or counselor)?
This brief screening tool helps identify generalized anxiety disorder
What is the GAD-7?
Name one physical or behavioral sign a pharmacist might observe that could raise concern for possible abuse.
What is unexplained bruising, frequent missed medications, controlling partner behavior, or signs of anxiety/fear during visits?
True or False — ADHD only affects children and is usually outgrown by adulthood.
What is False? (Symptoms often persist into adulthood.)
Myth or Fact — Asking someone if they are thinking about suicide increases their risk of attempting it.
What is a Myth? (Asking can actually reduce risk and show support.)
Name one mental health screening tool that pharmacists can feasibly administer in a community or ambulatory care setting.
What is PHQ-2, PHQ-9, or GAD-7?
True or False — A positive mental health screening automatically means someone has a diagnosed condition.
What is False? (Screenings indicate risk, not a formal diagnosis.)
True or False — You should confront a suspected abuser directly if you believe a patient is being harmed.
What is False? (This can endanger the victim; instead, speak privately with the patient and offer resources safely.)
Name one of the three main symptom presentations of ADHD.
What is inattentive, hyperactive-impulsive, or combined presentation?
Myth or Fact — Domestic violence is always physical.
What is a Myth? (It can be emotional, verbal, sexual, or financial as well.)
This training is available to anyone and teaches early-intervention skills on how to assist someone experiencing a mental heath crisis.
What is Mental Health First-Aid?
What screening tool is used to detect alcohol misuse and substance use disorders in adults?
What is the AUDIT-C (or full AUDIT)?
What’s one phrase pharmacists can use to sensitively open a conversation about possible abuse without making assumptions?
What is “Because violence is so common, I ask all my patients about their safety at home. Is there anyone making you feel unsafe?”
(or something similar)
This stimulant medication is often considered first-line for ADHD treatment in both children and adults.
What is methylphenidate or amphetamine-based therapy?
Myth or Fact — ADHD is just a lack of focus or discipline.
What is a Myth? (It is a neurodevelopmental disorder affecting brain regulation.)
When pharmacists recognize that a patient’s mental health symptoms may be linked to medication side effects or drug interactions, their next best step is to do this before making any treatment recommendations.
What is contact the prescriber to collaborate on a medication review and rule out pharmacologic causes?
This manual, often called the “bible” of mental health diagnosis, is published by the American Psychiatric Association and provides standardized criteria for identifying and classifying mental disorders.
What is the DSM-5 (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition)?
Survivors of domestic violence often experience this cluster of symptoms that can mimic depression or anxiety but stem from prolonged trauma exposure.
What is complex post-traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD)? (PTSD is also acceptable)
ADHD symptoms must be present in at least ____ types of settings to meet diagnostic criteria.
What are 2 or more settings? (home, school, work, etc.)
Myth or Fact — Pharmacists can play a key role in early identification and referral for mental health and safety concerns.
What is a Fact?
In many states, pharmacists are authorized to provide these two mental health–related public health services that can save lives.
What are naloxone dispensing and emergency contraceptive access? (Other acceptable examples: mental health screening referrals, vaccination services, harm reduction counseling.)