Neuro
Mood Disorders
Self Care
100
True or False:
Depression is a depletion of the neurotransmitters serotonin, norepinephrine or dopamine in the central nervous system.
True
100
What is the most commonly diagnosed mood disorder in the U.S.?
Anxiety Disorders
100
True or False: You have to spend money to engage in self care.
False! Self care can be as simple as making sure you are drinking enough water
200
Which chemical in our brain is associated with rewards and motivation?
Dopamine is a chemical that communicates between nerve cells in our brain and body. It is known as the “pleasure hormone” because it is released when we are doing something that makes us feel good.
200
True or False: Mood Disorders only affect someone`s mood and have no physical symptoms.
False! Physical symptoms happen with mood disorders too! What are some physical symptoms we experience with depression, anxiety, or other mood disorders?
200
True or False: You should take care of others before you take care of yourself.
False! As Lauren always says, you have to put your oxygen mask on before you can help others.
300
Name 2 ways can you boost "Happy hormone" levels such as dopamine, serotonin, endorphins, and oxytocin?
You can boost levels of these hormones with some simple lifestyle changes, like diet, exercise, and meditation, and possibly improve your mood in the process.
300
Which of the following is not a symptom of depression:
Loss of motivation
Increased fatigue
Loss of appetite
Trick question! All of these are symptoms of depression.
300
Name 3 ways you like to engage in self care.
Whatever self care you engage in :)
400
What part of the brain aids in regulating our thoughts, actions, and emotions?
The prefrontal cortex is the part of the brain that aids in regulating our thoughts, actions, and emotions. However, it is also the brain region that is most sensitive to detrimental effects of stress exposure. This is why we become dysregulated in our thoughts, actions, and emotions when we are under a lot of stress.
400
True or false: 25% of adults in the U.S. experience an anxiety disorder at some point in their life.
False! The number is actually higher. 31% of adults in the U.S. experience an anxiety disorder at some point in their life.
400
True or false: Self care is selfish
False! Self care is necessary!
500
What part of the brain activates the stress response?
After the amygdala sends a distress signal, the hypothalamus activates the sympathetic nervous system by sending signals through the autonomic nerves to the adrenal glands.
500
What is the difference between bipolar type 1 and bipolar type 2?
The main difference between bipolar I and II is the severity of symptoms. People with bipolar I disorder experience more severe highs (mania) and depressive episodes. While people with bipolar II experience a less severe high (hypomania) and depressive episodes.
500
Name ways poor self care can manifest in our daily lives:
Some answers may include: Poor sleep hygiene, skipping meals, engaging in harmful behaviors, neglecting personal hygiene, etc.