Mental Health
Stigmas
Stigmas
A negative feeling or belief we have towards or about someone just because they have a mental health condition or just are different?
What is a Stigma?
The main character in this movie declares that "The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear."
What is Elf?
This term is used when a person has both a mental health condition and a substance use issue at the same time.
What is dual diagnosis (or co-occurring disorders)?
The goal of this fun activity is to find hidden holiday items around the neighborhood or house using a list of clues.
What is a scavenger hunt?
The name of the famous reindeer with the glowing red nose?
Who is Rudolph?
Instead of "Crazy", "Weird", or "Unwell" What are kind and supportive words you can use to describe a person who is struggling?
Brave, Resilient, Strong, Human, Perseverance, Bettering them self
This Dr. Seuss character ponders the true meaning of the holiday, thinking, "Maybe Christmas, perhaps, means a little bit more" than just gifts and decorations.
What is The Grinch?
This type of care, which treats both the mental health issue and the substance use issue at the same time, works best.
What is Combined Care?(Or integrated treatment)
What is it called when a group of people pick a name from a bucket and or hat and then have to buy a gift for that person(Usually under $30)
What is Secret Santa?
He is a human raised by elves at the North Pole who travels to New York City to find his real dad.
Who is Buddy the Elf?
This is a system of people you can talk to if you are feeling sad, worried, or anything like that. Usually consists of friends, family, counselors, etc.
What is a Support System?
In this classic movie, a character is repeatedly warned that if they get a specific present, they will "shoot your eye out!"
What is A Christmas Story?
Name one example of a mental health condition (like sadness or worry) that can sometimes happen at the same time as substance use issues.
What is depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, or PTSD?
An active outdoor activity perfect for a snowy day where you strap on equipment and slide down a big hill.
What is sledding
This character is known as the "Pumpkin King" of Halloween Town but becomes obsessed with taking over Christmas.
Who is Jack Skellington?
Everyone has physical health and everyone also has this...
What is Mental Health?
Kevin McCallister uses a clip from a fake gangster movie to scare the pizza delivery guy. Where the line, "Keep the change, ya filthy animal" is said.. What movie is this?
What is Home Alone?
Turning to drugs or alcohol to try and feel better or cope with tough feelings, like anxiety or sadness, is called this.
What is self-medication?
This cozy winter activity involves mixing warm milk (or water) with a special powder and topping it with whipped cream or marshmallows.
What is making hot chocolate?
This green, fuzzy character from Whoville tries to steal Christmas, but then his heart grows three sizes.
Who is the Grinch?
People with mental health issues are thought to just be able to "snap out of it", but mental health issues require this kind of care, just like physical issues do.
What is Professional Care?
After coming to life, Frosty utters this promise to the children about his eventual return.
What is, "I'll be back again someday"?
True or False: If you have a mental health condition, using drugs or alcohol usually makes your symptoms better in the long run.
What is False (it makes symptoms worse)
This type of party is a fun twist on a regular gift exchange where everyone tries to "steal" the best wrapped present.
What is Yankee Swap?
In the classic animated movie, these two character brothers control the world's hot and cold weather.
Who are Heat Miser and Snow Miser?