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).
Working with a mental health professional to address emotional concerns, interpersonal problems, or other presenting issues. Usually occurs on a weekly or bi-weekly basis.
What is therapy?
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?
What are the 3 most commonly used substances in America.
Alcohol, tobacco, and marijuana.
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?
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
What % of the US adult population struggle with a mental health condition?
23.1%
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 meditation.
What is mindfulness?
This popular Marvel actor struggled with substance abuse disorder (alcohol, cocaine, heroin) for many years. He was arrested several times between 1990 - 2000 before attending rehab.
Who is Robert Downey Jr?
What % of US adults who have mental health conditions never receive treatment?
54.7%
(28.2% seek treatment but are unable to receive it for various reasons)
This eating disorder is characterized by eating large amounts of food in short periods of time, followed by feelings of intense guilt/loss of control.
What is Binge-Eating 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.
Used to stabilize/manage certain symptoms associated with mental health disorders.
What are psychotropic medications?
This Compton-born rapper won the Pulitzer Prize for Music in 2018. He has spoken openly about his depression and suicidal thoughts throughout his career.
Who is Kendrick Lamar?
____ out of 100 people will have PTSD at least once in their lives.
6
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 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.
This type of therapy focuses on how our thoughts influence both feelings AND behaviors. It is one of the most popular, most effective treatment modalities.
What is Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
This actress struggled with PTSD after being assaulted outside her workplace at 19. She has since used her experience to advocate for other SA survivors.
Who is Gabrielle Union-Wade?
What is 1 fact you learned over these 8 weeks that stood out to you?