Let's Be Real!... (myth or fact)
Mental Health Issues are rare
Myth.
Approximately 1 in 5 adolescents between the ages of 13 and 18 report a mental health condition.
True or False - Anxiety and Depression can look very similar.
True! Sometimes, especially in adolescents, it can be heard to determine whether one is experiencing depression or anxiety. Often times, it can be both!
True or False - admitting that something is wrong is giving up on yourself.
False! Admitting you are having problems is often very hard to do, and asking for help is a sign of strength and willingness to work through what you are experiencing.
Name 3 reason why people hesitate to get help:
They don't want to "burden anyone else with their problems", it is hard to talk about, it makes them feel vulnerable, fear of being judged, stigma, don't know who to tell, don't think the problem is "serious enough", asking for help is "giving up", etc.
The number of hearts an Octopus has.
What is 3?
People with mental illnesses will not get better
Myth.
Once diagnosed, mental illness is treatable. While it is not usually “cured”, it can be effectively managed. Most people with mental disorders live productive and positive lives while receiving treatments for their mental illness.
Name 3 symptoms of Depression:
Feelings of despair, hopelessness, feeling detached from life and those around you, fatigue or loss of energy, feelings of sadness, crying for no apparent reason, inability to concentrate or make decisions, thoughts of suicide, changes in eating or sleeping patterns, persistent or recurring headaches, frequent gastrointestinal upsets, losing interest in activities that are enjoyed, etc.
Name 3 places or people you can go to on campus to talk to if you are having a hard time:
Support Counselors - 250 Suite, Counselor - Counseling Office, Teacher, AP, Nurse - Clinic, Coach, friend, etc.
Who else?
True or False- If your friend tells you that they are going to harm themselves and they make you promise to keep it a secret, you should always respect their wishes and keep it a secret.
False. If you are concerned for their safety, tell an adult immediately. It is better to have a friend who is alive and mad at you than to lose a friend. If you think they are serious about attempting suicide, do not be afraid to call 911.
The sweat glands on a cow's body are located here.
What is the nose?
Suicide is the leading cause of death among youth ages 10 - 24.
Myth!
Suicide is the 3rd leading cause of death.
This is the recommended minimum number of hours of sleep that adolescents should get each night.
What is 9 hours?
True or False - Medication is the only treatment method that works for mental health problems.
False. Medication can be helpful, and is sometimes necessary depending on the severity of the issue, but other methods such as therapy can also be very helpful. Talk to a professional about all of your different options.
True or False- If you find the right words to say and spend enough time with them, you can cause your friend to get better when they are experiencing a mental health issue.
False. Temporarily you can make them feel better, but if there is an underlying cause making them feel bad, you can't fix it on your own. If it does not seem to get better, you need to bring it to an adult.
This animal soaks water through its skin instead of drinking it.
What is a frog?
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 health condition you will be at higher risk.
What event is this describing?..." sweating, nausea, trembling and numbness in the legs or hands, dizziness, hot or cold flashes, a feeling of tightness or pressure in the chest, hyperventilation, “jelly” legs or blurred vision can develop. Individuals may even feel like they are going to die of a heart attack" What Event does this describe?
Panic Attack / Anxiety attack
True or False- 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. Counselors are there to listen to whatever is troubling you, and you can open up to them at a pace that you are comfortable with.
Tip: if you feel like you might get nervous and freeze up, it often helps to write things down before. This also helps you to organize your thoughts and put things in perspective.
Name 3 things you can do to help a friend who thinks they may have a mental health issue:
Listen to them, spend time with them, encourage them to seek help, walk them to the counselor's office, if it's serious tell an adult, don't judge, ask someone for advice, etc.
What else would you do?
This is the only animal with 4 knees.
What is an elephant?
Males attempt suicide more often than females do.
Myth.
Females attempt approximately 4 times as often. However, males have a higher rate of death. This is because men tend to use more violent methods.
Name 3 signs that a person could be suicidal:
Direct suicide threats such as “I want to die,” or indirect threats such as “You would be better off without me”, personality changes, withdrawn behavior, hoarding medication, giving away possessions, lack of interest in future plans, isolation from friends, sadness, etc.
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What is the Crisis Text Line?
Are you helping your friend if they come talk to you and you don't have any advice to give them?
Yes. By being open and letting them vent about what's going on, you are helping to alleviate their stress and get things off of their chest. You are not a professional and you can't expect to have all the answers. Sometimes just listening is all they need.
A blessing is the name given to a group of which magnificent creature.
What is an unicorn?