Anxiety & Depression
What is depression?
A mood disorder that makes you feel alone and always losing interest in everything you do.
Is Schizophrenia a life-long mental disorder?
Yes, however, with professional help and social support, most people manage their symptoms and have a satisfactory quality of life.
Write and correctly spell what OCD stands for.
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
What is an example of a Mental Disorder/Illness?
Depression
Note: NOT Depressed.
T/F: A phobia is an intense fear about something that might be harmful.
If false, explain why.
TRUE
What is the difference between seasonal depression and psychotic depression?
Psychotic: feeling that you have committed a crime; thoughts of suicide.
What kind of treatment is available for people with Schizophrenia? (List 1)
Antipsychotic medications, therapy, social support.
At what age are people usually diagnosed with OCD?
It can begin at many different points in a person's life, but most commonly starts before age 20.
What are 2 examples of Mental Health Problems?
Heartbroken, sorrowful, demoralized, grieving, mournful, despairing.
T/F: ADHD is equally common in boys and girls.
If false, explain why.
FALSE
Boys are 2-3 times more likely to develop ADHD than girls.
Describe some of the symptoms of Anxiety Disorder. (List 2)
Irritable, headaches, stomach aches, muscle aches, etc.
What are some of the symptoms of Schizophrenia? (List 2)
Delusions, hallucinations, thought disorder, loss of drive, blunt expression of emotions, social withdrawal, lack of insight/awareness, difficulty thinking.
What is PTSD?
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: disturbance of the normal stress response to a severe and often life-threatening event that persists well beyond the expected time and causes significant problems in daily life.
What are 3 examples of Mental Distress?
Upset, annoyed, sad, unhappy, disappointed, disgusted, angry, bitter, blue, down, sorry, glum, distressed, depressed, dejected, pessimistic.
T/F: A delusion is defined as seeing something that is not real.
If false, explain why.
FALSE
Delusions are false beliefs of persecution, guilt, or being under outside control.
Approximately what percentage of US residents have anxiety disorder?
31.1%
What combination of factors is believed to cause Bipolar Mood Disorder? (List 2)
Genetic factors, biochemical factors, stress, and seasons.
How is PTSD different than other mental illnesses?
Unlike ALL other mental illnesses, PTSD is ALWAYS caused by a terrible event that occurs in a person's life.
What are 3 terms related to stigma?
Stereotype, Prejudice, and discrimination.
T/F: A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who specializes in treating people who have a mental illness.
If false, explain why.
TRUE
What causes Anxiety Disorders? (4 main causes)
Personality characteristics, learned responses, genetics, biochemical processes.
What are some of the symptoms of Bipolar Mood Disorder? (List 4)
Elevated mood, increased energy and overactivity, reduced sleep, irritability, rapid thinking/speech, lack of inhibitions, lack of insight, psychosis
How can PTSD be treated? (List 4)
Support from family, friends, etc.
Exercise, health food.
Limiting alcohol use and avoiding drug use.
Medication.
Psychotherapy.
List 2 famous people we learned about that suffer(ed) from a mental illness. Who are they, what was their illness, and how did it affect them, if at all?
Answers will vary.
T/F: Diet, exercise, and establishing a regular sleep cycle are all effective treatments for many mental disorders in teenagers.
If false, explain why.
FALSE