General Information
True or false:
Mental and physical health are linked
True
Fr ex: People with a long-term physical health condition such as chronic pain are much more likely to also experience mood disorders. Conversely, people with a mood disorder are at much higher risk of developing a long-term medical condition.
True/False: Two people taking the same medication will experience the same side effects.
False: side effects vary from person to person. Always remember to discuss them with your healthcare provider.
Is psychosis treatable?
Yes
Treatment for psychosis is provided by health care professionals and involves a number of different approaches, including medication.
Who are some natural support systems in your life?
friends, family, Teachers. community etc.
True or false:
Tofu is a source of protein
True
True or false:
Young people aged 15 to 24 are more likely to experience mental illness and/or substance use disorders than any other age group.
True
True or false:
Just taking medication is enough to deal with Mental Health Issues.
False: Treatment for mental health problems varies depending on the individual and could include medication, therapy, or both. Many individuals work with a support system during the healing and recovery process.
Can drug use increase your risk of psychosis?
Yes. Many symptoms of psychosis develop from chemicals in your brain. Drugs can mimic or influence the levels of these chemicals which can cause psychosis.
What are some physical things you can do to relax?
Deep breathing exercises, sports and recreational activities, exercising, yoga, meditation and stretching.
How many hours a night of sleep should you try to get?
7-10 hours depending on your age.
What is mental health stigma? And can you name an example
What are some reasons people stop taking their medications?
Side effects, feeling better, forgetting.
What conditions can cause psychosis? i.e diagnosis
There are a number of mental illnesses that can cause it (Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorders, Major depressive disorders, Medical conditions/issues, Neurological diseases...)
List something you can do to manage your stressors in your life.
Preparing for potential stressful things/events in the future to lessen the pressure you may feel. Rehearsing and reviewing for school assignments or answers for job interviews. Many More answers, feel free to share any that are relevant
How much should you exercise per day?
An hour a day.
Name a factor that can contribute to mental health problems.
Name one way a medication can be taken/ administered
Treatment typically consists of pills or capsules, taken daily. Some can also be available as liquids, injections, patches or dissolvable tablets. People who have difficulty remembering to take medications daily or people with a history of stopping medication may have better results by taking medication as a shot at the doctor’s clinic once or twice a month.
IV and intra Nasal treatment are also available options for certain medication.
What are some warning signs of psychosis?
This can vary person to person but here are some examples:
Difficulties sleeping, lack of hygienic practices, hallucinations, confusion, positive or negative symptoms, delusions, concentration issues.
What does the acronym DBT stand for?
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
Dialectical means "the existence of opposites." In DBT, people are taught two seemingly opposite strategies: acceptance (i.e., that their experiences and behaviours are valid), and change (i.e., that they have to make positive changes to manage emotions and move forward).
what age does your brain get fully developed?
25 years old
What is the difference between Mental Health and Mental Illness?
While mental health refers to anyone's state of mental, emotional well-being, mental illnesses are diagnosed conditions that affect thoughts and behaviors.
The presence or absence of a mental illness is not a predictor of mental health; someone without a mental illness could have poor mental health, just as a person with a mental illness could have excellent mental health.
What Are important things to know about a medication when you are prescribed it?
The type of medication, how much you need to take, side effects that can come from the medication and what symptoms it is treating.
What is a symptom of psychosis?
Symptoms of psychosis include delusions (false beliefs) and hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that others do not see or hear). Other symptoms include incoherent or nonsense speech and behavior that is inappropriate for the situation. A person in a psychotic episode also may experience depression, anxiety, sleep problems, social withdrawal, lack of motivation, and difficulty functioning overall.
What is the 5-4-3-2-1 coping technique ( grounding technique)
5: Acknowledge FIVE things you see around you.
4: Acknowledge FOUR things you can touch around you.
3: Acknowledge THREE things you hear.
2: Acknowledge TWO things you can smell.
1: Acknowledge ONE thing you can taste.
Name a tip for better sleep
Regularity (of sleeping and waking up)
Temperature (keep it cool about 18 deg C)
Darkness (dim lights, avoid screens)
Walk it out (if can't sleep within 25 mins in bed, do something else, don't let your brain form an association between your bed and sleepless lying down)
Monitor alcohol & caffeine (avoid)
Wind down routine (try some activities and make your own routine)
Avoid napping during the day.
Food be disruptive right before sleep
Establish a regular relaxing bedtime routine
Make sure that the sleep environment is pleasant and relaxing