Mental Health Disorders
This disorder is characterized by persistent sadness, a lack of interest in activities, and feelings of hopelessness.
This type of therapy involves talking to a therapist to explore thoughts and behaviors and is often used for treating depression and anxiety. It is also beneficial for Substance Use Disorders.
What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
This practice involves focusing on the present moment and is often used to help manage stress and anxiety.
What is Mindfulness?
If someone is experiencing a panic attack, this breathing technique can help them calm down.
What is deep breathing?
This is the practice of saying "no" to something when it doesn’t align with your values or needs, without feeling guilty.
What is setting limits or boundaries?
This disorder is marked by excessive worry and fear, often about situations that may not be as threatening as the person perceives them.
What is Anxiety?
This type of medication is commonly prescribed to help individuals with depression by increasing serotonin levels in the brain. DOUBLE POINTS if you can name a medication.
What are SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors)?
This form of exercise has been shown to help reduce anxiety, depression, and stress, especially when done regularly.
What is Yoga?
This national hotline is available 24/7 to support individuals experiencing a mental health crisis.
What is the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (1-800-273-8255)?
In a relationship, this action is a simple but powerful way to set a boundary, ensuring that both parties respect each other’s needs and limits.
What is Communicating openly and assertively?
A person with this disorder may experience extreme mood swings, ranging from manic highs to depressive lows.
What is Bipolar Disorder?
This treatment involves the use of electrical currents to treat severe depression, particularly when other treatments have not been effective.
What is Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
This type of therapy involves creating a space where an individual can express themselves through painting, drawing, or other forms of creative expression.
What is Art Therapy?
If a person expresses thoughts of self-harm or suicide, it’s important to do this first.
What is Seek immediate help from a mental health professional or call a crisis hotline?
When someone crosses a boundary, it’s important to express this to them in a clear and firm manner without being aggressive.
What is Assertiveness?
This eating disorder involves restricting food intake, an intense fear of gaining weight, and a distorted body image.
What is Anorexia Nervosa?
A therapeutic approach where individuals work in groups to share experiences and support each other in managing mental health issues.
What is Group Therapy?
Taking part in this activity, which can include things like gardening, cooking, or knitting, can help reduce stress and enhance mental wellness.
What is engaging in a hobby?
This is the term for when someone experiences overwhelming stress or emotional strain in response to a traumatic event.
What is PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder)?
Setting healthy boundaries can help you avoid this common result of overcommitting or allowing others to take advantage of your time and energy.
What is Burnout?
A person with this disorder may experience delusions and hallucinations and may have difficulty distinguishing between reality and false perceptions.
What is Schizophrenia?
In this type of therapy, your therapist will teach you breathing techniques to ease your anxiety when you think about what happened. Later, you'll make a list of the things you've been avoiding and learn how to face them, one by one. In another session, you'll recount the traumatic experience to your therapist, then go home and listen to a recording of yourself.
What is Prolonged Exposure Therapy?
When you do this, it helps to set healthy boundaries with others and protect your emotional well-being, especially when feeling overwhelmed.
What is saying "no" or setting boundaries?
When dealing with a person at risk of suicide, this is an essential action to ensure their safety.
What is Staying with them and removing any dangerous objects?
People may struggle to set boundaries because of this fear, which makes them hesitant to communicate their needs clearly.
What is the Fear of Rejection or Abandonment?