Medication Management
True or False. You can stabilize a mental health condition with medication alone.
False. Though medication can aid in the treatment of mental health illness, it is generally not the sole treatment for stabilizing a mental health condition. However, medications can be tremendously helpful in reducing or managing distressing symptoms related to a mental health condition.
What is the number for the suicide and crisis lifeline?
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or 800-273-TALK (8255). We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and ...
Or chat online: 988Lifeline.org
Medical treatment of psychiatric illness is most common in this gender.
What is female? About 29% of women and 17% of men have sought psychiatric care in their lifetimes.
50% of all lifetime mental illness begins by age 14, and 75% by age 24
True or False
You can't hum if you hold your nose.
True
Two things that important to look for in a psychiatrist.
What is do they listen to you? What is their communication style? What is their experience?
A website for locating therapists, psychiatrists online, that also offers psycho education
Psychology today
Low levels of this hormone can mimic the symptoms of depression in men.
What is testosterone? Low levels of testosterone can cause symptoms of decreased libido, low energy, irritability, low mood, and sleepiness.
Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death among people aged 10-14
Japan has over 200 flavors of Kit Kats
They're exclusively created for different regions, cities, and seasons. There are some tasty-sounding ones like banana, blueberry cheesecake and Oreo ice cream, as well as some very questionable ones like baked potato, melon and cheese, wasabi, and vegetable juice.
Three ways to remember to take your medications
What is set alarms, notes as reminders, pill boxes, pair it with another task (brushing your teeth) etc.
This is a website and helpline for locating substance abuse and treatment centers.
SAMHSA: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Men are warned about this possible side effect of trazodone; women aren't
What is priapism? Priapism is an erection lasting for a prolonged period of time without relief. It is a very rare side effect of trazodone but requires a trip to the emergency room.
This animal has the largest eyes of any animal in the world.
The giant squid
Name two ways your pharmacist can be a resource for you, what types of questions can you ask them
they help identify/explain side effects of medications
they can help identify drug interactions
answer questions about medications, they can tell you what to do if you miss a dose of your medicine
What is DBSA and what does it stand for?
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance offers peer-based, wellness-oriented support and empowering services and resources available when people need them, where they need them, and how they need to receive them—online 24/7, in local support groups, in audio and video casts, or in printed materials distributed by DBSA, our chapters, and mental health care facilities across America.
A hormone that some psychiatrists will check in women before starting an antipsychotic
What is prolactin? Prolactin is the hormone associated with lactation. It is inhibited by dopamine production in the brain. Antipsychotic medications have activity against dopamine receptors and can cause increased prolactin levels. Some psychiatrists will measure or monitor this level.
True or False. The average delay between onset of mental illness symptoms and treatment is 2 years.
False. The average delay between onset of mental illness symptoms and treatment is 11 years.
https://nami.org/NAMI/media/NAMI-Media/Infographics/NAMI_MentalHealthCareMatters_2020_FINAL.pdf
is the most common letter and appears in 11 percent of all english words.
"E"
When is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day? What month ?
This event, which happens twice a year, is a safe, convenient, and responsible way to dispose of unused or expired prescription drugs at locations in communities throughout the country.
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is April 30, 2022
The October 2021 Take Back Day brought in744,082 lbs. (372 Tons) of medication.
This is the nation’s largest mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. They offer many services including virtual peer-led virtual support groups for people living with mental health conditions or their loved ones.
NAMI National Alliance on Mental Illness
Many NAMI affiliates offer virtual peer-led virtual support groups for people living with mental health conditions or their loved ones. Search for a virtual NAMI affiliate-led support group here
This mood stabilizer is chosen for women with bipolar disorder who desire to become pregnant.
What is Lamictal (lamotrigine)? The most prescribed mood stabilizers, lithium and Depakote (valproic acid), are contraindicated in pregnancy due to the risk of birth defects.
True or False.
chickens outnumber people 200-to-1 in this state