Vocab 1
An emotional problem marked by long periods of hopelessness and despair
Depression
The act of killing oneself on purpose
Suicide
A disturbance in the normal function of a part of the body
Disorder
Disorders in which extreme fears of real or imaginary situations that get in the way of normal activities
Anxiety disorders
Mental and emotional problems in which a person undergoes mood swings that seem extreme, inappropriate, or last a long time
Mood disorders
A serious mood disorder in which people lose interest in life and can no longer find enjoyment in anything
Major depression
An intense and exaggerated fear of a specific situation or object
Phobia
Periods of intense fear
Panic attacks
Schizophrenia
A variety of psychological conditions that affect a person's ability to get along with others
Personality disorders
Also known as manic-depressive disorder, it causes extreme mood swings
Bipolar Disorder
Illnesses that affect a person's thoughts, feelings, and behavior
Mental/Emotional Disorders
Name 2 causes of teen suicide
Problems at home, bullying, abuse, substance abuse, living in poverty, feeling rejected by peers
Name 2 warning signs of suicide
Talking about death or suicide; feeling hopeless or worthless; loss of interest in normal activities; spending less time with friends and family; giving away favorite belongings
Name 2 ways to provide support to someone who might be suicidal
Let them know that you are there for them; encourage them to talk to a trusted adult; never agree to keep someone's suicide plans a secret; call 911 or the suicide hotline