Mental Health Disorder
What is depression?
This mental health disorder is characterized by persistent feelings of sadness and loss of interest.
What is National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
This national organization provides support and education for individuals affected by mental illness and promote mental health
Who is Prince William?
This British royal has been an outspoken advocate for mental health, particularly through the Heads Together campaign.
What is 1996?
This year, the Mental Health Parity Act was passed in the United States, requiring equal coverage for mental health conditions.
What is the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA)?
This act, passed in 2008, expanded parity laws to ensure that mental health and substance use disorder benefits are comparable to medical and surgical benefits
What is bipolar disorder?
This disorder involves episodes of extreme mood swings, including emotional highs and low
What is Health America(MHA)
This organization works globally to promote mental health awareness and prevent suicide through education.
Who is Demi Lovato
This actress and singer has been open about her struggles with bipolar disorder and is a prominent mental health advocate.
Who is John F. Kennedy?
This U.S. president signed the Community Mental Health Act, which aimed to deinstitutionalize mental health care
What is the Rehabilitation Act?
This federal law, enacted in 1973, protects the rights of individuals with disabilities, including mental health conditions, in programs receiving federal funding.
What is generalized anxiety disorder(GAD)?
This anxiety disorder is marked by excessive worry about everyday situations.
What is the World Federation for Mental Health(WFMH)?
This international organization focuses on the advancement of understanding and treatment of mental illnesess through research.
Who is Brooke Shields?
This American actress and talk show host has been candid about her battle with postpartum depression
What is 1952?
The DSM, a critical manual for diagnosing mental disorders, was first published in this year
What is the Affordable Care Act (ACA)?
This 2010 U.S. healthcare reform law includes provisions to improve mental health services and coverage.
What is post-traumatic stress disorder(PTSD)?
This disorder is characterized by experiencing flashbacks, nightmares, and severe anxiety after a traumatic event.
What is the National Suicide Prevention lifeline?
This organization provides free and confidential support for people in distress and crisis.
Who is Trevor Noah?
This comedian and TV host has been a vocal advocate for mental health after sharing his own experience with depression.
What is October 10th?
The WHO declared this day as World Mental Health Day, observed annually to raise awareness and promote mental health education
What is the Mental Health Act?
This landmark legislation in the UK provides a legal framework for the treatment and care of individuals with mental health disorders
What is schizophrenia?
This disorder is often characterized by delusions.
What is Time to change?
This global mental health movement aims to end the stigma associated with mental and to support those who experience mental health challenges.
Who is Michael Phelps?
This Olympic swimmer has spoken openly about his struggles with depression and anxiety, and has created a foundation to promote mental health.
What is 1990?
This year, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was passed, prohibiting discrimination based on disability, including mental health conditions
What is the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)?
This United Nations convention aims to protect the rights and dignity of persons with disabilities, including those with mental health conditions.