Acronyms
OCD
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (Excessive thoughts (obsessions) that lead to repetitive behaviors (compulsions).)
Can genetics affect an individual's risk of developing an eating disorder?
Yes (In fact, 50-80% of the risk for anorexia and bulimia is genetic.)
Which group is at an increased risk for mental disorders?
A) Teens who don't play sports
B) Teens from low-income households
C) Teens who live in warmer climates
B) Teens from low-income households
True or False?
Talking about suicide increases the likelihood of someone committing suicide.
False!
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 (PTSD)
ED
Eating Disorder
Which eating disorder is abbreviated to BED?
Binge-eating disorder
What is the most common mental health disorder?
Depression
True or False?
Mental health is defined as the constant feeling of contentment.
False!
Mental health is defined as striking a balance in all aspects of your life (social, physical, spiritual, economic, mental).
A chronic condition including attention difficulty, hyperactivity, and impulsiveness.
ADHD
SAD
Seasonal Affective Disorder (A mood disorder characterized by depression that occurs at the same time every year.)
What is the most common eating disorder?
A) Bulimia
B) Binge eating
C) Anorexia
B) Binge eating is the most common, followed by bulimia and then anorexia.
1 in how many teens (ages 13-18) have or will have a mental health disorder?
A) 1 in 3
B) 1 in 5
C) 1 in 6
B) 1 in 5
True or False?
A psychiatrist is able to prescribe medication to someone with a mental illness.
True
This disorder is a combination of a manic phase (a sudden onset of exhilaration and excessive good mood), and a depressive phase (feelings of worthlessness, hopelessness, and prolonged sadness)
Bi-Polar Disorder
BPD
Borderline Personality Disorder (Marked by an ongoing pattern of varying moods, self-image, and behavior.)
1 in how many people with an eating disorder is male?
A) 1 in 15
B) 1 in 13
C) 1 in 10
D) 1 in 8
C) 1 in 10
Which place does "suicide" hold on the list of leading causes of death for ages 10-24?
A) 12th
B) 7th
C) 5th
D) 3rd
D) 3rd
True or False?
Women attempt suicide more often than men.
True, although men have a higher rate of death by suicide.
A serious mental illness that interferes with a person’s ability to think clearly, manage emotions, make decisions and relate to others. Characterized by hallucinations, delusions, and decreased participation in daily activities.
Schizophrenia
ASPD
Anti-social Personality Disorder (Characterized by a pervasive pattern of disregard for consequences and for the rights of others.)
Anorexia is as common in young women as which other disorder?
A) Autism
B) Asperger's
C) Bi-Polar Disorder
D) Dementia
A) Autism
50% of all mental health problems begin by which age?
A) 14
B) 17
C) 13
D) 16
C) 13
True or False?
When someone is having a panic attack, it is best to help the individual confront their fears and find their causes.
False! Instead, you should stay with them and encourage them to be calm and breathe deeply.
A full-blown obsession with eating foods that one considers healthy and avoiding those that are harmful.
Orthorexia