Stress
What is distress and give an example.
Negative Stress. Answers will vary.
Name one common mental health condition.
Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, Schizophrenia, etc.
What are two different treatment options for a mental health condition?
Any type of therapy, medication
Who painted the mona lisa
Leonardo da Vinci
What is a stressor?
An event or situation that causes stress
What is an example of trauma that can cause the toxic/chronic stress response
Any type of physical, mental, emotional abuse. Having a parent with a mental illness.
What is a positive coping strategy?
Answers will vary.
What can a psychiatrist do that other mental health professionals can't?
Diagnose and prescribe medication.
What is your body's largest organ?
Skin
What is eustress and give an example?
Postive Stress
What is the first stage in the stress response?
Alarm Stage
What is stigma?
The negative association to a certain group of people or topic that has been perpetuated by society.
Answers will vary.
Pros: Helps understand emotions and why you may feel the way you do. Gives you an understanding of your mental illness.
Cons: Expensive, inaccessible, may not be helpful the first time, takes time to see it "working" or see the benefits.
How many time zones are there in Russia?
11
Explain how positive stress can be helpful.
Helps motivate, give energy, and focus.
What are some consequences of chronic/ toxic stress?
Health problems later in life. Such as heart disease, diabetes, depression etc.
What might a warning sign of a mental health condition be?
Losing interest in things you loved, manic episodes, having obsessions or compulsions, wanting to spend time alone and be isolated... etc.
List one pro and one con to medication.
Pro: Helpful, convenient
Con: Side effects, expensive, may not work right away.
What is the chemical symbol for potassium?
K
What two hormones are released in the alarm stage?
Adrenaline and Cortisol
Answers will vary.
List two "causes" associated with Mental Health.
- Traumatic Experiences
- Chemical Imbalances
- Biological Factors (Hereditary)
-Continued use of drugs and alcohol
What are two different resources available to you at GD.
- Guidance
- Adjustment Counselor
- School Psychologist
- District Social Worker
- Teachers that want to help you out
Which of the following was invented first: televisions, radios, or hair dryers?
Hair Dryers.