Medications
Myth or fact: Medication and therapy can be used together to support mental health
Fact
This simple breathing technique involves inhaling for 4 seconds, holding for 4, and exhaling for 4
box breathing
This animated movie features characters like Joy, Fear, and Sadness who live in a child’s mind
Inside Out
Paying attention to the present moment, like noticing your surroundings or your breath, is called this
Mindfullness
Where do you find who your nurse is for the day?
The whiteboard
This type of expert doctor specializes in treating mental health and can prescribe medications
Psychiatrist
Imagining a calm place—like a beach or quiet room—to help your mind relax is known as this
Guided Imagery
This Disney character worries constantly and says “Oh, bother…
Eeyore
This simple daily practice involves naming 3 things you’re thankful for to boost mood and perspective
Graitude
What time is community meeting?
Antidepressants help balance these chemical messengers in the brain.
Neurotransmitters
This type of boundary-setting skill involves saying “no” when you need to protect your time or energy
Assertiviness
This 1970s British rock band wrote “Comfortably Numb,” exploring isolation and emotional struggle
Pink Floyd
Repeating simple encouraging phrases like “I can do this” is called this
Affirmations
Who is this building named after
Sister Generose
This type of medication — used to help with depression and anxiety — is one of the most commonly prescribed classes of psychiatric meds.
SSRI
This relaxation technique involves tensing and then releasing different muscle groups to reduce stress
Progressive Muscle Relaxation
This 2000s pop-punk band often wrote about anxiety, depression, and isolation; hits include “I Miss You” and “All the Small Things.”
Blink-182
This simple technique involves saying nice things to yourself
Positive Self-Talk
What is our Health Unit Coordinator's name
Sylvia, Clarice, Ma
This neurotransmitter, often nicknamed the “feel-good chemical,” is commonly targeted by antidepressants
Serotonin
The best coping skill is
This 2014 film depicts a woman dealing with bipolar disorder while balancing work, love, and family
Silver Linings Playbook
Focusing on what you can control rather than worrying about what you can’t is an example of this skill
Cognitive Reframing
How many exits are on the unit?