Building Connections
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Myths/Facts About Mental Illness
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600

How can connecting with other people help your mental well being?

By helping you to build a sense of belonging and self-worth. To give you an opportunity to share positive experiences and provide emotional support and allow you to support others.

600

What is stress:

A) The body’s reaction to any change that requires a response
B) The body’s reaction with a physical, mental and/or emotional response
C) A normal part of life
D) All the above

D) All of the above

600

Bad parenting causes mental issues.

MYTH: No one factor can cause mental illnesses. Mental illnesses are complicated conditions that arise from a combination of genetics, biology, environment, and life experiences. Family members and loved ones do have a big role in support and recovery.

600

What cartoon characters were created when Professor Utonium accidentally added "Chemical X" to a concoction that also included sugar, spice, and everything nice?

Power Puff Girls

600

What is the deepest ocean trench?

Mariana Trench

700

Where can YOU find more Opportunities to Connect with Others? [List 2]

  • Home/Family
  • Social circles/friends
  • Work relationships
  • Skill-building/self-development environments
  • Hobbies/interest-based environments
  • Church/spiritual communities
700

What is self-care:

A) Taking care of other people
B) Putting other people’s needs before your own
C) Putting your needs first and caring for yourself
D) Taking care of your family

C) Putting your needs first and caring for yourself

700

Mental Health is defined as a constant feeling of contentment.

MYTH:  Mental health is defined as striking a balance in all aspects of your life (social, physical, and spiritual, economic, mental).

700

I am yellow and square. My best friend is a star shaped pink guy. We both live under the sea. Which cartoon character am I?

SpongeBob SquarePants

700

In Greek mythology, who was the God of the sea?

Poseidon

800

What are Social Connections?

Social connections are the relationships we have with the people around us. The relationships we have at school, work, in leisure and at home affect our physical and mental health.

800

What are examples of Emotional Self-Care activities?

A) Puzzles
B) Playing sports
C) Prayer
D) Setting boundaries with people

D) Setting boundaries with people

800

Mental Illnesses are a consequence of weakness in character.

MYTH: Mental health conditions have nothing to do with being lazy or weak and many people need help to get better.

800

Who is Batman's arch-enemy?

The Joker

800

In Greek mythology, who is the Goddess of wisdom and warfare?

Athena

900

What are some common barriers to building connections with others?

Physical Barriers - Such as distance or mobility issues.
Perceptual Barriers - Different viewpoints, assumptions, or biases.
Emotional Barriers - Such as fear, anger, or insecurity.
Cultural Barriers - Such as different values, beliefs, or norms.
Language Barriers - Such as different languages, dialects, or jargons.
Gender Barriers - Different communication styles, expectations, or stereotypes of what gender is perceived to be.

900

What does a panic attack resemble?

A) A heart attack
B) Uncontrolled breathing
C) Isolation
D) none of the above

A) A heart attack

900

People with Mental Illness lack intelligence?

MYTH: Intelligence has nothing to do with mental illness. On one hand, many people with mental disorders are brilliant, creative, productive people. On the other hand, some people with mental disorders are not brilliant or creative.

900

I love to explore. One of my friends or amigos is a monkey. Sometimes Diego explores with me. Which TV show am I from?

Dora The Explorer

900

What is the only planet in our solar system that rotates clockwise?

Venus

1000

List ways to Strengthen Your Connection to Yourself. [List 2]

  1. Notice your feelings. Notice what you're feeling at any given time.
  2. Name your feelings.
  3. Accept your thoughts and emotions.
  4. Engage in enjoyable solo activities.
  5. Practice self-compassion.
1000

Which of the following can help with anxiety?

A) Exercise
B) Mindfulness
C) Breathing exercises
D) All of the above

D) All of the above

1000

Kids can’t have a mental illness like depression. Those are adult problems

MYTH: Even children can experience mental illnesses. In fact, many mental illnesses first appear when a person is young. Mental illnesses may look different in children than in adults, but they are a real concern. Mental illnesses can impact the way young people learn and build skills, which can lead to challenges in the future. Unfortunately, many children don’t receive the help they need. 

1000

A typical kid who becomes very atypical after he discovers the Omnitrix, a mysterious alien device with the power to transform the wearer into ten different alien species.

Ben 10

1000

How many letters are between L and S in the alphabet?

6