Neurodivergence
Celebrities
Myth or Fact
Types of Mental Illness
Self-Care strategies
100

This developmental disorder is characterized by difficulties with social interaction and communication, and restricted by repetitive behavior. 

Autism Spectrum Disorder.

100

This singer/song-writer with a discography including 'When we were young" and "Turning Tables" Has spoken out about their Postpartum depression. 

Adele

100

Mental health problems are rare.

Myth. (1 out of 2 Canadians will have or have had a mental illness by the age of 40)

100

This type of disorder is characterized by extreme mood swings, including emotional highs and lows.

Bipolar Disorder 

100

This practice involves focusing on the present moment and can help reduce stress.

What is Mindfulness 

200

This neurodevelopment disorder is marked by inattentiveness, hyperactivity, and impulsiveness.   

Attention Deficit Hyper-Activity Disorder. 

200

This comedian and Actor, known for such movies as "Patch Adams" and "Good Will Hunting" had faced struggles with depression.

Robin Williams 

200

Only Adults can develop mental health issues.

Myth (Infants, Kids and Teenagers also experience mental health problems) 

200

This mental illness involves excessive fear of social situations and being judged by others.

Social Anxiety Disorder 

200

Engaging in this type of physical activity can boost mood and reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety

Exercise

300

Individuals with this condition have difficulty reading due to problems identifying speech sounds and learning how they relate to words. 

Dyslexia.

300

This pop star, who rose to fame with "baby one more time," has been open about her mental health struggles, with thoughts of suicide and substance use.

Britney Spears

300

Seeking therapy means you're weak. 

Myth (Seeking therapy is a sign of strength and taking control of one's mental health)

300

This condition is marked by persistent feelings of sadness and loss of interest

Depression

300

This Self-care strategy involves getting enough rest to rejuvenate the body and mind.

Sleep

400

This condition, often diagnosed in childhood, affects the ability to write and involves difficulties with spelling, handwriting and expressing thoughts on paper. 

Dysgraphia

400

This tennis star, know for winning multiple grand-slam trophies, Has been very vocal about their struggles with anxiety and depression.

Naomi Osaka

400

Depression is just the same as feeling sad.

Myth (Depression is a serious mental health condition that goes beyond normal sadness)

400

The condition is marked by persistent, intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors.

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

400

Writing down thoughts and feelings can be helpful self-care technique.

Journaling

500

This neurological condition is characterized by involuntary, repetitive movements and vocalizations.

Tourette syndrome

500

This Nobel Prize-winning mathematician, who inspired the movie "A Beautiful Mind," had schizophrenia 

John Nash

500

Exercise can help improve mental health

What is fact. (Physical activity can help reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression)

500

This type of disorder involves experiencing flashbacks and severe anxiety after a traumatic event.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

500

This self-care strategy involves talking to a mental health professional for support

Therapy/Counselling 

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