5 Ways to Fight Depression
Self Injury
Medical
Anxiety
Misc
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You may not feel like being active, but doing this for even 30 minutes can help!
What is exercise (walk, bike, go with a friend, yoga----even just stretch!)
100
Cutting is know as this (initials: SIB)
What is self injurous behavior
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The chemicals in the brain effected by depression
What are neurotransmitters
100
Excessive Worrying or being nervous all the time
What is anxiety
100
The ratio of teens effected by depression example: 1in 5
What is 1 in 8
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Give yourself energy by doing this
What is eat right! Proper nutrition- Some people eat less some more. Eat 3 meals, 2 snacks. Eat something small if your not hungry (banana, string cheese)
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Name a reason why cutting is a negative behavior
What is it is only temporary, "masks", risk of infection (most often you use non sterile items), may cut deeper than intended and up in serious pain-infection-damage-injury Can become compulsive and end up controlling you!
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The medical diagnosis name for intense but short lasting depression
What is major depression vs. dysthmia (longer lasting, but less severe)
200
The most common type of anxiety disorder, where person worries excessively about many different things
What is generalized anxiety disorder
200
The disorder that some people get when they only have depression during the winter
What is SAD (seasonal affective disorder) Serotonin, melatonin 6/ 100 people
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Figure out what is causing your troubles. And don't _______ on it Hint: Rhymes with swell
What is dwell identify any situations that have contributed to your depression and talk about it to someone you trust. Talking is a way to release the feelings and to receive some understanding. If there's no one to tell, pouring your heart out to a journal works just as well. Once you air out these thoughts and feelings, turn your attention to something positive. Take action to solve problems. Ask for help if you need it.
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A common reason why teens begin cutting Hint: Same reason the try drinking, drugs, alcohol
What is peer pressure
300
Physical conditions that often accompany depression and anxiety
What is upset stomach, loss of appetite, weight gain or loss, headaches, and sleeping problems
300
Type of anxiety disorder experienced because of a traumatic event
What is PTSD flashbacks, nightmare, constant fear
300
What are some reasons people get depressed
What is genetics, life events, family and social env't, medical condition
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This is something you often used in your childhood to play make believe
What is your imagination With depression, a person's creativity and sense of fun may seem blocked. Exercise your imagination (painting, drawing, doodling, sewing, writing, dancing, composing music, etc.) and you not only get those creative juices flowing, you also loosen up some positive emotions. Take time to play with a friend or a pet, or do something fun for yourself. Find something to laugh about — a funny movie, perhaps. Laughter helps lighten your mood.
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Things to tell yourself or to tell a friend who is cutting
What is know that you care, that he or she deserves to be healthy and happy, and that no one needs to bear their troubles alone.
400
Name some physical sensations felt with anxiety
What is faster heartbeat and breathing, tense muscles, sweaty palms, a queasy stomach, and trembling hands or legs. These sensations are part of the body's fight-flight response. They are caused by a rush of adrenaline and other chemicals that prepare the body to make a quick getaway from danger.
400
This type of anxiety disorder occurs in social settings
What is social phobia (social anxiety)
400
Name at least 2 ways to deal with anxiety
What is relaxation, sleep-noursihment-exercise, connect with others, connect with nature, think positive
500
Don't focus on the negatives in life, figure out the _____
What is positives Depression affects a person's thoughts, making everything seem dismal, negative, and hopeless. If depression has you noticing only the negative, make an effort to notice the good things in life. Try to notice one thing, then try to think of one more. Consider your strengths, gifts, or blessings. Most of all, don't forget to be patient with yourself. Depression takes time to heal.
500
Ways to help heal from cutting
What is tell someone, identify the trigger (an event, wanting to be someone you are not, self image, abuse, criticism, relationship trouble), ask for help, work on your trigger
500
A type of therapy used to treat anxiety and depressive disorders (more so anxiety)
What is CBT CBT, a person learns new ways to think and act in situations that can cause anxiety, and to manage and deal with stress. The therapist provides support and guidance and teaches new coping skills, such as relaxation techniques or breathing exercises.
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episodes of anxiety that can occur for no apparent reason. The person may have sudden and intense physical symptoms that can include a pounding heart, shortness of breath, dizziness, numbness, or tingling feelings causes by overactivity of the body's normal fear response
What is a panic attack
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Professionals, medications and therapies can assist in getting better when it comes to depression and anxiety but who is the most important component to heal
What is yourself
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