Signs and Symptoms
What are the physical signs of anxiety?
Fast heart rate, stomach ache, hard to breath, short shallow breaths, sweaty, shaking, pressure on chest, fidgeting, poor sleep, etc.
What is the difference between mental health and mental illness?
Mental health is anyone's state of emotional well-being. Mental illnesses are diagnosed conditions that affect thoughts and behaviors and negatively impact someone's every day life.
What do you do to relieve stress?
Work out, vent, journal, go for a walk, animals, music, etc.
True or false: our physical health effects our mental health?
True.
How can you help support a friend's mental health?
Be non-judgmental, practice active listening, check in on them, encourage them to ask for help.
What are the emotional and behavioral signs of anxiety?
Overthinking, unnecessary worry, avoiding triggers (class, social settings, etc.), isolation, limited speech, etc.
Name 3 diagnosable mental illnesses?
Schizophrenia, Bipolar, Depression, Anxiety, Eating disorders, etc.
True or false: all self-care is fun and enjoyable
False - some self care activities might be difficult or draining; however, they will lead to better mental health in the long run
The process of rewiring our brains is also called what is neuroscience?
Neuroplasticity
Where can you go if you want more information on mental health supports?
School counsellors, youth workers, BC211, helplines, online, etc.
Name 3 signs or symptoms of depression?
Isolation, lack of enjoyment in activities, poor hygiene, lack of motivation, over using technology, over or under sleeping, hopelessness, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, etc.
This mental illness creates rotating episodes of manic and depressive symptoms.
Bipolar disorder
What is an example of good stress?
Homework, learning to drive, asking someone out, trying something new, etc.
What personal factors influence someone mental health?
Experiences, relationships, DNA, family history, trauma, substance use, etc.
What can you do if you are scared to ask for help?
Bring a friend, ask an adult to make a referral/phone call on your behalf, use coping strategies to manage nervousness, etc.
What are some signs and symptoms of borderline personality disorder?
Fear of abandonment, unstable relationships, intense anger, shifting emotional state, self-harm, impulsive, etc.
What does BPD stand for?
Borderline personality disorder
Give 3 examples of unhealthy coping?
Taking it out on others, using substances, isolation, overusing technology, self harm, etc
How do anti-depressants work to lower someone's depression symptoms?
They increase chemicals in someone's brain that effect mood.
Negative or incorrect beliefs, stereotypes, and labels are another name for this:
Stigma
This disorder makes it difficult for the individual to know the difference between what is real and what is not real
Schizophrenia
Name 3 different types of anxiety?
Social, generalized, phobias, OCD, PTSD, etc.
This activity allows you to focus your awareness in the present moment, while acknowledging and accepting ones feelings and thoughts.
Mindfulness
What four brain chemicals make up the "feel good hormones"?
Dopamine, serotonin, endorphins, oxytocin
A point to anyone who has a helpline or resource programmed in their phone.
Kids help phone: 1 800-668-6868