True or False
Males attempt suicide more often than females do.
One cause of depression is an imbalance in
chemicals in the brain (neurotransmitters)
This form of psychotherapy helps a person learn how to recognize negative patterns of thought and replace them with healthier ways of thinking.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Name one (legitimate) thing you are proud of that you have accomplished.
______
This disorder is the leading cause of disability worldwide, and is a major contributor to the global burden of disease.
Depression
NAMI
Medication is the only treatment method that works for mental health problems.
False!
What else?
Name one of the changes the body goes through during Fight or Flight.
Heart rate increases, blood thickens, senses sharpen, heavier breathing, adrenaline kicks in.
The psychological process of bringing one's attention to experiences occurring in the present moment, which can be developed through the practice of meditation and other training.
Mindfulness
Name a positive quality about yourself.
________
Approximately how many (percentage) of state prisoners have "a recent history of a mental health condition"?
24%
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You need to know exactly what you're going to say and how you're going to say it before you talk to a counselor.
False!
Tip: if you feel like you might get nervous and freeze up, it often helps to write things down before your appointment. This also helps you organize your thoughts and put things into perspective.
The movie, A Beautiful Mind, depicts this mental disorder.
Schizophrenia
Therapy that includes multiple participants
Group Therapy
_________
______% of adults with a mental illness didn't receive mental health services in the previous year.
60%
NAMI
You should aim for perfection in whatever you do
False. You'll never reach perfection, or you'll hurt yourself trying to get there!
What does PRRTP stand for?
Psychosocial Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program
Involves activities and games to process emotions and elicits a therapeutic process
Recreational Therapy
Name two positive qualities about the person to your left!
________________
Approximately ______ million adults have a co-occurring mental health and addiction disorder.
10.2 million
NAMI
Friends cannot help you with your mental illness.
False!
Although they cannot clinically help you, they are a good source of socialization, listening, and someone who can help you find resources you may not have known about.
What delicious treats were suggested for this group?
Chips and soda.
Name a benefit of having coping skills.
Ability to decrease symptoms of depression or cravings, better management of emotions, better mood, improved self-esteem, etc.
What is your favorite (non-physical) thing about yourself?
____________
_____% of Americans (adults ages 18+) claim to be in recovery from an alochol or drug abuse issue.
10%
(OASAS)