DX/Depression
Persistent sadness or hopelessness, loss of interest in activities, fatigue and low energy, changes in appetite and sleep, and difficulty concentrating
What is depression
This group is a mutual support program for people whose lives have been affected by someone else's drinking?
Al-Anon/Alateen
What are some factors that we should consider for developing a mental illness
These can include genetics, life experiences such as trauma or abuse, and brain chemistry imbalance
What is the term for false beliefs that are not based in reality?
What is Delusions
This gives you a sense of calm, peace and balance that can benefit both your emotional well-being and your overall health.
Meditation
A person experienced or witnessed a traumatic event and feels short term lasting effects (less than 30 days)
Acute Stress Disorder
When a person gradually requires a larger dose of a drug to feel the same effect, it is called_______
What is increased tolerance
Periods of elevated mood, increased energy, racing thoughts, impulsivity, and decreased need for sleep
Mania
A disorder that causes a person to hear voices and see people who aren't there.
What is Schizophrenia
What are two things that can promote positive mental health?
Exercise, mindfulness, positive friendships, talking about your problems, having an outlet for anger and frustration, getting enough sleep, eating healthy, staying hydrated...
A person experienced or witnessed a traumatic event and feels severe long-lasting effects.
What is PTSD
Period of Sobriety required (by me) to change a substance use disorder from active to in remission.
What is 1 year
Name 5 potential symptoms/complaints of a panic attack:
You may feel:
Seeing or hearing things that aren't there, most commonly voices
Hallucinations
This is a simple technique that is excellent for managing emotions in the moment. It helps to lower heart rate and stop adrenaline production quickly. Not only is it effective, but is also discreet and easy to use at any time and any place.
Deep Breathing
What is a key question to ask/look for when dx between Dysthymia and Major Depressive Dx?
Duration (Dysthymia- chronic- lasting two years) and (MDD- intense feelings of min of 2 weeks, esp. lasting months)
Classified as a(n) __________, cocaine is a highly addictive drug that produces an intense and immediate feeling of euphoria.
Stimulant
A mental health condition characterized by a combination of schizophrenia and mood disorder symptoms
Schizoaffective Disorder
Jumbled or nonsensical speech, difficulty staying on topic, and making up words
Disorganized thoughts/speech
Physical exercise reduces stress by releasing ________________, improving mood, combating depression, and improving physical health
endorphins
Which state has the highest depression rate?
Oregon
Which med is used in treatment programs for heroin abusers to produce a non-euphoric state and to replace heroin use?
Methadone
What two things impact diagnosing Bipolar I or Bipolar II dx?
Severity of Manic Episodes (Individuals with Bipolar I experience full-blown manic episodes, while those with Bipolar II experience hypomanic episodes, which are less severe) and Depressive Episodes: (People with Bipolar II often experience more frequent and severe major depressive episodes compared to those with Bipolar I)
The presence of a manic episode is sufficient for a diagnosis of Bipolar I, whereas a diagnosis of Bipolar II requires at least one hypomanic episode and one major depressive episode.
schizophrenia is partially caused by an excess in_______ ?
What is dopamine
This practice involved repeating positive statements to oneself to cultivate self compassion and improve mood.
Positive Affirmations