True or False
A disorder that is associated with episodes of mood swings ranging from depressive lows to manic highs.
What is bipolar disorder?
Two postive effects of antidepressants
Improved mood, improved sleep, lower levels of anxiety, increased appetite, increased concentration
A positive effect of mood stabilizers
Eliminate/reduce mood swings, reduce symptoms of depression and mania
Two positive effects of antipsychotics
Reduce hallucinations, evens out mood swings, lessen symptoms of anxiety and depression
If someone in your family has a mental illness, you are more likely to develop one as well.
True. Although you will not necessarily develop any kind of mental illness, if someone in your family has a mental disorder you will be at higher risk.
A disorder that is characterized by depression and anxiety as well as flashbacks. It is common among victims of crimes and people in the military.
What is PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder)?
The most common side effects of antidepressants
gastrointestinal- nausea, diarrhea, constipation, decreased appetite
A medication that may cause you to feel more thirsty
Lithium
The most common side effects of antipsychotics
Sleepiness, drowsiness, dizziness
Panic attack
Peak effect of antidepressants occurs after...
4-8 weeks
This taste in your mouth can occur when taking mood stabilizers
Metallic
3 protective factors for mental health
social support, coping skills, physical health, sense of purpose, self-esteem, healthy thinking, genetics, financial stability
This antidepressant is used "off label" to treat insomnia
Trazodone
These two medications may be monitored with blood tests
Lithium and Depakote
Around 1 in 5 of the world's children and adolescents have a mental disorder.
True.
Mental health problems are very common.
In 2014, about: One in five American adults experienced a mental health issue. One in 10 young people experienced a period of major depression. One in 25 Americans lived with a serious mental illness, such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or major depression.
More than 43 million Americans struggle with mental illness.
These medications are also used to treat seizures
anticonvulsants- Depakote and Lamictal
Your doctor may order this blood test if you are taking an antipsychotic
Lipid panel