Show:
Let's Get Real
Myth or Fact
Signs and Symptoms
What's Up Doc?
Treatment
Coping Skills?
Bonus: Weird Animal Facts
100
Mental Health issues are rare.
Myth. Approximately 1 in 5 adolescents between the ages of 15 and 24 report a mental disorder, substance abuse or learning disability. And, an estimated 26.2 percent of Americans ages 18 and older — about one in four adults — suffer from a mental disorder in a given year.
100
What disorder is characterized by episodes of both depression and mania?
Bipolar
100
True or false- Medication is the only proven treatment method that works for mental health problems.
False- Medication can be helpful, and is sometimes necessary depending on the severity of the issue, but other methods such as therapy, support groups and mindfulness practices have also proven to work.
100
This coping skill has been proven to decrease blood pressure and stress through focus and breathing.
Meditation
100
What is the only animal with four knees.
Elephant
200
A Mental Illness cannot be cured.
Myth. Once diagnosed, mental illness is treatable. While it is not usually “cured”, it can be effectively managed. Most people with mental disorders live productive and positive lives while receiving treatments for their mental illness.
200
A client with what disorder might say, "I feel like there is no hope for the future?"
Depression
200
This person is a medical doctor who specializes in mental and emotional disorders.
Psychiatrist
200
These coping skills can help you process feelings and emotions that are hard to describe or understand in a creative way.
Art, Music, Dance, Movement
200
Where on a cows' body are sweat glands located?
The nose
300
Mental Illness is caused by bad parenting or personal weakness.
Myth. The main risk factors for mental illness are not bad parenting or personal weakness but rather genetics, severe and prolonged stress (such as physical or sexual abuse), or other environmental influences, and brain chemistry.
300
A client with what disorder might say, "I think someone might be implanting thoughts in my brain."
Schizophrenia
300
True of false- If your friend tells you that they are going to harm themselves and they make you promise to keep it a secret, you should always respect their wishes and keep it a secret
False. If you are concerned for their safety, tell someone. Talk to someone who can help. It is better to have a friend who is alive and mad at you than to lose a friend. If you think they are serious about attempting suicide, do not be afraid to call 911.
300
This coping skill is useful for mental and physical health as well as anger management and helps reduce cortisol levels in the body.
Exercise, physical activity
300
How many hearts does an Octopus have?
3
400
You are more likely to develop a mental illness if someone in your family has one.
Fact. Although you will not necessarily develop any kind of mental illness, if someone in your family has a mental disorder you will be at higher risk. So, if you start to experience the symptoms of a mental disorder it will be important for you to see a health provider as soon as possible to determine if you have a problem that will require treatment
400
This disorder is characterized by depression and anxiety as well as flashbacks. It is common among victims of crimes and people in the military.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
400
A type of psychological treatment that helps clients look at rational decisions and challenges negative thought patterns
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
400
AA and NA often cite the importance of this coping skill to stay invested in your recovery and to stay connected with community.
Serve others or help someone else
400
A "blessing" is the name given to the group of what magnificent creature?
Unicorn
500
The number one mental health issue in the United States are anxiety disorders.
True
500
What disorder are serotonin and norepinephrine decreased in the brain?
Depression
500
This term refers to a person’s belief in their ability to perform a task successfully?
Self-Efficacy
500
This coping skill has been helpful particularly with war veterans so they can 'tell their story,' and not live in shame or fear.
Group therapy and Narrative therapy, Writing and Sharing their stories
500
What animal has eyes that are bigger than their brain?
Ostrich