What's That Diagnosis?
This mood disorder is characterized by a noticeable decrease in energy and motivation, marked by consistent feelings of sadness over ~2 weeks. It may or may not be accompanied by suicidal thoughts and/or behaviors.
What is Major Depressive Disorder?
Anxiety disorders are more common than depression.
TRUE: An estimated 301 million people report having an anxiety disorder compared to 280 million for depression (WHO, 2019).
Speaking with a mental health professional about your emotional concerns, interpersonal problems, or other presenting issues. Usually occurs on a weekly or bi-weekly basis.
What is psychotherapy?
This female pop star had a public breakdown in 2008 that involved shaving her head. She was later diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder.
Who is Brittney Spears?
This anxiety disorder is characterized by an intense fear of being judged. Someone with this disorder may avoid public spaces or have trouble making friends.
What is Social Anxiety Disorder?
Mental health stigma is one of the leading reasons people do not seek help.
TRUE: What other factors make it difficult?
Used to stabilize and/or manage physical symptoms associated with mental health disorders, often in conjunction with therapy.
What are psychotropic medications?
This 5-time Grammy Award winner battled depression on and off throughout her life. She said motherhood saved her. Her brother is considered "The King of Pop" by many...
Who is Janet Jackson?
This mood disorder is characterized by the presence of both depressive and hypo/manic episodes.
There are 3 different types.
What is Bipolar Disorder?
(I, II, Cyclothymic)
What is 1 mental health fact you were surprised to learn during the past 8 weeks?
Look at you, star student!
A cognitive skill used to practice acceptance of the present moment. It has become widely popular through activities such as yoga or meditation.
What is mindfulness?
This former Disney star has been very vocal about her struggles with substance abuse and eating disorder. She performed her song "ANYONE" at the 2020 Grammys.
Who is Demi Lovato?
This personality disorder is characterized by a blatant disregard for the well-being of others. Often, people with this disorder are deceitful and impulsive. They do not care how they are perceived.
What is Antisocial Personality Disorder?
Medication is the most effective treatment for mental health disorders.
FALSE: Medicine is necessary to manage certain symptoms, but a combination of medication and therapy yields the best results.
Describe 1 coping skill you used in the past week. How did it help?
Good job!
This female rap artist is a mental health advocate who created her own website offering resources catered to Black women and other minority groups.
Who is Megan Thee Stallion?
Her website is: badbitcheshavebaddaystoo.com
This neurodevelopmental disorder is commonly diagnosed in children but can last throughout adulthood. People with this disorder often have difficulty completing tasks.
It has 3 possible presentations.
What is ADHD?
(Impulsive/Hyperactive, Inattentive, Combined)
People with psychotic disorders are 10x more likely to exhibit aggressive behavior or commit violent crimes.
FALSE: The exact opposite -- people with psychotic disorders are 10x more likely to be victims of aggression.
Challenging, modifying, or replacing irrational negative thoughts (cognitive distortions).
What is cognitive restructuring/reframing?
This award-winning actress became so depressed in 1997 after divorcing her ex-husband, David Justice, that she attempted to take her own life.
Who is Halle Berry?