The Brain
What is the "feel good" hormone released in the brain?
Dopamine
T or F: Children cannot experience mental health issues
False
What drug is currently causing a national emergency?
Fentanyl
Who is more likely to develop depression? M or F?
Females are 50% more likely to develop depression.
Which gender tends to live longer?
Females tend to live longer in almost every country
Name 3 neurotransmitters in the brain
+200 bonus if you can name 5
Dopamine, Serotonin, Acetylcholine, Norepinephrine, GABA, Glutamate, Oxytocin, Endorphins
Dopamine - Associated with reward/pleasure
Serotonin - Regulates mood, sleep, appetite
Acetylcholine - Learning/Memory
GABA - Acts as an inhibitory neurotransmitter, calming the brain activity
Glutamate - The most abundant excitatory neurotransmitter, involved in learning and memory
Oxytocin - Often called the "love hormone," associated with social bonding and trust
Endorphins - Natural painkillers released during pleasurable experiences
What % of US adults have taken a prescription drug in the last 30 days? Legal or not (10% leniency)
Roughly 50%
What is a condition that occurs when the body gets used to a medicine/drug so that either more of the substance is needed or a different substance is needed.
Tolerance or building a tolerance
What is the most common mental health disorder in America? (2023 statistic)
A. Depression
B. Anxiety
C. Food disorder
D. Bipolar
B. Anxiety
Name 3 positives social media can be used as a benefit for mental health/substance abusee?
Spreading awareness, lowering stigma, getting connected to treatment/supporting individuals, joining similar minded groups or pages, etc
What percent of our brain do we use? (10% leniency)
100%
The idea we don't use all of our brain is a myth, some portions of the brain are just more active at times. No specific area is ever inactive.
What percent of adults in the US live with a mental illness?
A. 42%
B.10%
C. 65%
D. 20%
D. 20% (2022 stat)
Does biology or environment play a role in addiction?
Both play a role
According to the biological model, each persons unique physiology and genetics causes addiction. People differ in the degree to which they like or dislike a particular addictive substance or activity.
What is a brief episode of intense anxiety, which causes the physical sensations of fear. These can include a racing heartbeat, shortness of breath, dizziness, trembling and muscle tension.
Panic Disorder/Panic Attack
What is Naloxone (Narcan) used for?
200+ Bonus: What class of drug is Narcan only used for? You can name 3 specific drugs as well.
Overdoses
Bonus: Opioids (Fentanyl, Heroin, Methadone, Oxycodone, etc.)
How long does it take for the average person to fall asleep? (5 minute leniency)
10-20 minutes
What % of violent crimes are caused by someone with a *severe mental health disorder?
A. 10-15%
B. 3-5%
C. 30-40%
D. 25-30%
B. 3-5%
What percent of people who have a substance abuse problem, also have a mental health disorder?
A. 90%
B. 35%
C. 50%
D. 15%
C. 50% but in reality most likely 60%-70%
What is starting to be a leading cause of depression in mainly adolescents and why?
Social Media can cause social comparison, unrealistic portrayals of others lives, and cyberbullying
Describe the difference between a Sociopath and someone who is a Narcissist
Sociopaths disregard others and the law, often with cunning and calculated intentions, while narcissists may lack empathy but not necessarily intend to cause harm, often seeking validation and admiration
They both fall under spectrums
What makes up 80% of the brain?
Your cerebrum makes up about 80% of your brain. The cerebrum is responsible for a wide range of functions, including thought, action, speech, judgment, learning, and regulating temperature.
The other 20% is primarily made up of the cerebellum and the brainstem. The cerebellum, also known as the "small brain," it's located at the back of the brain and plays a crucial role in coordinated movement, posture, and certain cognitive functions. The brainstem connects the brain to the spinal cord and controls essential life-sustaining functions like breathing and heart rate.
What is leading cause of death in the US?
+300 Bonus if you can guess the number of deaths per year (100,000 leniency)
Heart Disease
700,000 (2022 Stat/Most recent data)
What is the most widely used drug?
Caffeine
What is the main difference between Bipolar I and Bipolar II?
Bipolar I consists of an individual experiencing episodes of being manic
Bipolar II consists of an individual going through a severe depression episode (long lasting)
When someone is manic, this refers to an individual in a distinct period of abnormally and persistently elevated, expansive, or irritable mood and increased goal-directed activity or energy. It's often associated with a sense of euphoria, increased energy, and talkativeness
What percent of people in Jail have a mental health condition?
A. 37%
B. 8%
C. 80%
D. 50%
A. 37% (A rough average - 11/30)