Symptoms
Extreme nervousness, fast heartbeat, fast breathing, and fear are symptoms of
Anxiety
Endorphins are
brain chemicals
What is manic-depression or bipolar disorder?
extreme mood swings
Mental health problems are rare.
Myth: Mental health problems are common and it’s likely you will know someone who has experienced them. 1 in 4 people will experience a mental health problem in their lifetime.
What is the only animal with 4 knees
elephant
Intense fear for no real reason is a symptom of
panic
low levels of which chemicals in the brain are linked with depression
serotonin and dopamine
eating much more or less, excessive sleep or insomnia and lack of pleasure or interest in activities are symptoms of
Depression
Mental illnesses can affect people of any age, race, religion, or income. It is a medical condition that disrupts a person’s thinking, feeling, mood, and ability to relate to others and daily functioning.
Fact
where on a cows body are the sweat glands located?
Nose
In psychosis, people experience
delusions and hallucinations
name 3 antidepressants
Prozac, Paxil, Zoloft, Effexor, Wellbutrin
This disorder is a combination of a manic phase (a sudden onset of exhilaration and excessive good mood), and a depressive phase (feelings of worthlessness, hopelessness, and prolonged sadness)
Bipolar Disorder
Mental disorders are a consequence of bad parenting or personal weakness.
Myth. The main risk factors for mental illness are not bad parenting or personal weakness but rather genetics, severe and prolonged stress (such as physical or sexual abuse), or other environmental influences, and brain chemistry.
How many hearts does an Octopus have?
3
loss of interest, poor memory and judgement are symptoms of
dementia
A natural salt used to treat Bipolar Disorder
Lithium
This disorder is characterized by depression and anxiety as well as flashbacks. It is common among victims of crimes and people in the military.
PTSD
If someone in your family has a mental illness, you are more likely to develop one as well.
Fact. 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. So, if you start to experience the symptoms of a mental disorder it will be important for you to see a health provider as soon as possible to determine if you have a problem that will require treatment.
What is the only mammal that can fly
Bat
repetitive thoughts and behaviors like constant hand washing or checking things, like locks or stoves, are symptoms of
obsessive-compulsive disorder
What medicines help with mood swings
mood stabilizers- Depakote, lithium, tegretol,neurontin
True or False a diagnosis defines the person
False
SWEATING, GOOSEBUMPS, VOMITING, ANXIETY, INSOMNIA, or MUSCLE PAIN are symptoms of withdrawal
What animals taste with their feet
A butterfly