What am I?
I am characterized by a loss of interest in hobbies/activities, a low mood, tearfulness, irritability, suicidal thoughts, and/or fatigue.
Depression
True or False: Mental illnesses are rare
False. Approximately 1 in 25 adults in the U.S. experiences a serious mental illness in a given year. Approximately 1 in 5 youth aged 13–18 experiences a severe mental disorder at some point during their life. (Information from NAMI's website)
Carrie Fischer (from Star Wars) has been diagnosed with what mental illness? Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, or Schizophrenia?
Name three places/people you could go for help at school.
Counselor's office, a trusted teacher, Safe2Tell hotline, a school resource officer, among other answers.
What part of the body to butterflies use to taste?
Their feet.
I am characterized by extreme feelings of nervousness and restlessness. I may also cause hyperventilation, rapid heart rate, sweating, and trembling.
Panic attack
True or False: If a friend tells you they are feeling suicidal, but asks you to keep it a secret, you should not tell anyone.
False. If someone reports suicidal feelings, always reach out for help. Options can include going to a trusted adult, calling a suicide hotline number, calling the police, or reporting to Safe2Tell, among many other options. Always take suicidal thoughts seriously.
Jim Carrey (actor) has been diagnosed with what mental illness? Anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, or schizophrenia?
Depression
True or False: Asking for help with mental health issues is a sign of weakness.
False.
What is a gathering of cats called? A colony, a caravan, a clowder, or a cackle?
A clowder.
I am characterized by episodes of mania and depression.
Bipolar Disorder
True or False: Medication is the only solution to mental health problems.
False. While medication can be helpful, group therapy, individual therapy, trauma therapy, and many other options exist for treatment. Sometimes, a combination of medication and therapy is necessary.
Chance the Rapper has been diagnosed with which mental health issue - bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, or schizophrenia?
Anxiety.
True or false: The class of medications known as SSRI's are for depression.
True. SSRIs are Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors and are a common treatment for depression.
What is the fastest land animal?
Cheetah.
I am characterized by flashbacks, nightmares, anxiety, and hyper-vigilance.
PTSD (Post traumatic stress disorder)
True or False: 1 in 5 teenagers (13-18 years old) experience a mental health condition in America.
True.
Which famous artist was diagnosed with bipolar disorder? Vincent Van Gogh, Salvador Dali, or Pablo Picasso
Vincent Van Gogh
True or False: There is no treatment for schizophrenia.
False: there are several medications that are helpful with hallucinations, psychosis, and delusions including anti-psychotic medications.
How many hearts does an octopus have?
Three.
Schizophrenia
True or False: In the United States, half of adults will experience a mental illness at some time during their life.
True. 46.4% of adults experience a mental health condition at some point.
Syd Barrett (from the band Pink Floyd) was diagnosed with which mental illness? Depression, Anxiety, Schizophrenia, or PTSD?
Schizophrenia.
Where are a cow's sweat glands found?
On their nose.