Diagnoses
Name any 1 of the diagnoses discussed in module 2
Major depression, bipolar, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder
mania
setting a goal
True or false: it usually makes things worse to talk about what I am going through
False! most clients feel relief after talking about their experiences with mental health
tell the person next to you a strength you see in them
:)
This diagnosis is characterized by extreme mood swings, and is often described as feeling like "a roller coaster of emotions"
bipolar disorder
What is an example of a "psychotic symptom" that is part of the symptoms of schizophrenia
hearing voices, audio/visual hallucinations, delusions, confused/disorganized thinking
True or false: learning helpful strategies to manage stress can help with mental illness as well
True! stress is a common trigger for an increase in symptoms
Name 2 coping skills we have practiced in group so far
meditation, yoga, grounding techniques, gratitude, humor
When talking about self-care, Gina showed the video of self care role models Donna and Tom from Parks and Rec, who's self-care motto is ....
TREAT YO SELF!!!
clients are given a diagnosis after participating in a clinical interview/assessment done by a qualified mental health professional
with schizophrenia & schizoaffective disorder
hearing voices is an example of a ____ symptom, while lack of emotional expression is an example of a _____ symptom
positive, negative
This illness management skill requires engagement with doctor Rennick
using medication effectively
this is defined as “the awareness that arises from paying attention, on purpose, in the present moment and non-judgmentally”
mindfulness
What goal are you working towards currently?
:)
This diagnosis can be thought of as a combination of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder
schizoaffective disorder
True or false: many people who suffer from depression have had suicidal thoughts at one point in the course of their illness
True. Suicidal thoughts are a characteristic symptom of depression.
Name 4 members of your treatment team
Gina (therapist), Jen (peer support), Therone (Case manager), Lacey (Alcohol&Drug counselor), Mindi (nurse), Dr. Rennick (psychiatrist/prescriber), Erin (employment).
Name 1 way to cope with cravings for substances
attend AA/NA, ask your doctor about cessation methods, find replacement behaviors, practice relaxation techniques
Name 3 things you are grateful for today
:)
True or False: mental health disorders can be caused by genetics AND life experiences
true! it is usually a combination of both
This symptom is characterized by feeling lack of pleasure, even with things we normally enjoy.
anhedonia
What is important to avoid in order to keep our medications working properly and our symptoms under control
street drugs and alcohol
Can you name 3 things you do for self care every day?
showering, tidying your space, exercise, engaging in coping skills, journaling, talking to loved ones, washing your face, changing your clothes....
Name 3 of your personal strengths
???