What is Depression
Is depression a type of mental illness?
Yes
*Depression is one of many different types of mental illnesses.
A cause of depression is a _______ in the brain.
Chemical Imbalance
Name one physical effect depression can have on your body.
Depression can take a toll on your body and cause symptoms such as body aches, weight gain, fatigue, and may cause other illness/disease.
A person who is depressed should isolate from others.
True or False
False
* Isolating is a negative coping strategy if you are depressed you should seek family and friends you can talk to and who will listen.
What medications do you use to treat depression?
Antidepressants
Mood disorders, including depression, are the third most diagnosed mental health illness in the world.
True or False?
False*
Mood disorders are the number one most diagnosed mental health illness in the world.
If you have a family history of depression are you at a higher risk to be depressed?
True or False
True
*People who have a family history in depression, or other mental health illnesses are more likely to develop the illness themselves.
A symptom of depression is a persistently _____ mood.
Sad, Depressed or Unhappy
Who could you talk to about your feelings of depression?
Family, Friend, Counselor, Social Worker, Therapist, Doctor, Residential Staff etc.
If you ever feel like you might hurt yourself or someone else what do you do?
Alert someone immediately don't keep it to yourself.
Call your doctor or nurse and tell them its urgent.
Call 911
Go to the emergency room at your local hospital or contact your local Community Service Board.
Call the National Suicide Prevention life line. 1-800-273-8255
Name three different types/forms of depression.
Major Depression, Minor Depression, Dysthymic Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Seasonal Affective Disorder, Postpartum Depression, Psychotic Depression
Anyone can become depressed. True or False?
True
* All age groups and all racial and ethnic social economic groups can experience depression.
The symptom of depression in which you want to end you life is known as _______.
Suicide
Name three coping skills to manage your depression
Take deep breaths
Do a positive activity
Play sports
Think of something funny
Take a quick walk
Practice yoga
Stand up and stretch
Listen to music
Take a time out
Slowly count to ten
Use positive self-talk
Say something kind to yourself
Talk to a friend
ETC.......
What is the first step to helping a friend who you think is depressed?
Allow your friend to talk to you about all of his/her feelings. Let them know that you are there to help and will not judge in any way.
There is a correlation between substance abuse and depression. What percentage of people with substance abuse problems also suffer from depression? A) 75% B) 55% C) 15% D) 30%
D) 30%
Name two major life events that may cause a person to have depression.
Death of Family or Close friend, Major Loss or change, Chronic Stress, Substance Abuse, Victim of Abuse
What are 5 signs that a person is suffering from depression?
The person seems to be sad, hopeless, easily irritated, angry, hostile, tearful, withdrawn, careless, anxious, stressed, self-loathing, reckless, fatigued, violent, helpless, self-mutilating, suicidal, or addicted to a new substance (mainly drugs or alcohol)
What are benefits of having good coping skills?
with coping skills individuals have the ability to decrease symptoms of depression to increase there mood and self-esteem.
_____ therapy has shown to be effective with treating depression.
CBT- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
*aims to improve your mental health by challenging and changing your thoughts, beliefs, attitudes and behaviors to decrease depression.
Depression is a _________ condition
Treatable
Can medical problems cause depression?
True or False
True
*Certain medical problems are linked to lasting and significant mood changes
*Medical illnesses or medications may be at the root of 10% to 15% of all depressions
Depressed people feel down most of the time or at least ________ out of the month.
Two Weeks
What is the easiest and least expensive cure for depression?
Exercise
What are three things you can do to help yourself if you are feeling depressed?
-Do not isolate yourself. Surround yourself with positive people who have the ability to cheer you up.
- Keep your body healthy. Eat a regular healthy diet and participate in lots of exercise.
- Avoid alcohol and drugs. Using them may give you a temporary mood boost, but will eventually make your depression worse.
- Ask for help if you are stressed or feel overwhelmed