Mental Health Vocab
The measure of how much you like and respect yourself.
Self-Esteem
True or False: Everyone has mental health.
TRUE. Everyone has mental health, but not everyone has a mental illness.
Expressing thankfulness and awareness of things, people and situations in one's life is known as...
Gratitude
What colour is Sonic the Hedgehog?
Blue
A type of skill that involves thoughts, actions and behaviors that help you manage distressing situations and emotions.
Coping Skills
Name 2 things that help aid in having positive mental health
Mindfulness, social connections, counselling, getting outside, consuming healthy foods, exercise, etc
TRUE or FALSE: 1 in 7 Canadians will experience a mental illness in their lives.
FALSE. 1 in 5 Canadians will have experience with mental illness in their lives.
What is the new, 3 digit number to call in Canada if you are experiencing suicidality?
9-8-8. You can call OR text!
What are the primary colours?
Red, yellow & blue.
The ability to work through and recover from disappointment and hardships.
Resilience
Doctors can prescribe these to help someone manage their mental illness symptoms. What are they?
Medication
TRUE or FALSE: People with a mental illness have to take a special test to get a job or buy a home.
FASLE. People with mental illnesses are able to do the same things people without a mental illness can do.
What are some ways that you can cope with a panic attack? Name 2.
Deep breathing, journaling, grounding exercise, having a sour candy, splashing cold water on your face
If you are visiting the Taj Mahal, what country are you visiting?
India
This is a mental illness characterized by persistent sadness and lack of interest/pleasure in previously rewarding and enjoyable activities.
Depression
List 3 healthy coping skills.
Journaling, going for a walk, calling a friend, taking a bath, yoga, deep breaths, take a break, read a book, watch a funny video..
TRUE or FALSE: All stress is bad
FALSE: Toxic stress is bad, tolerable stress is natural and an important part of development and life.
What is the 5-4-3-2-1 strategy?
5 things you see, 4 things you can touch, 3 things you hear, 2 things you smell, 1 thing you taste
What year did World War 2 start?
1939
A sudden, overpowering fear response of terror for a seemingly unknown reason.
Panic Attack
Getting daily physical activity is important for both mental and physical health. How many minutes per week is recommended for adults?
150 minutes is recommended by the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology
TRUE or FALSE: Mental Health stigma is the negative view and perception of people who have mental illnesses and mental health struggles.
TRUE.
Name 3 people that you can talk to if you need mental health support
Friends, family members, partner(s), co-workers, counsellor, therapist, doctor, crisis line operator, staff at housing, support group members/facilitators
Who painted the Mona Lisa?
Leonardo da Vinci