General Information
What is happening when I am reliving or re-experiencing a traumatic event?
PTSD
True of False: Depression disorder is for people who are "sad or upset?"
False: A depression diagnosis is made when at least five of the following symptoms occur nearly every day for at least two weeks:
How many teens feel unloved?
1 in 5 or 20%
Everyone who goes through times of sadness has experienced depression ?
False
Sadness is normal. It is how you handle the sadness that count.
Positive self-talk can build what?
Resilience- create a growth mindset
How to work on PTSD
Create a safe place
Allow yourself to feel how you feel
Talk about trauma at your on pace
Manage expectations and emotions
Limit exposure to potential reminders of trauma
What is one of the top leading causes of death in people 15-29 years old.
Suicide is the third leading cause of death for people aged 15-29. In 2023, 22% of high school students in the US reported seriously considering suicide and 10% attempted suicide.
How can I love the activities I am involved in and still feel so overwhelmed with them?
Unrealistic expectations of ourselves.
Statistically, do more men or women struggle with depression
Women
True or False- Positive self-talk can improve physical health such as cardiovascular, reduce pain, and boost the immune system?
TRUE!
The brain is an amazing organ- positive self talk creates a space for personal growth, acceptance, and positive movement.
Eating disorders are NOT a mental health issue
FALSE
Eating disorders are a mental health condition because they affect your physical and emotional health and can be life-threatening. Eating disorder are a behavioral condition that requires immediate treatment.
How many teens in the US are diagnosed with anxiety?
1 in 20 teens are diagnosed with Anxiety.
Anxiety- how can you help control anxiety?
How can I support my friends, but not let them take advantage of me? Is it selfish to put myself first?
Determine your needs, wants, and expectations and then stick to it.
Five main things that can contribute to teen depression
1- Genetics
2- Brain biology and Chemistry
3- Hormones
4- Stressful events
5- Living situations (including school experiences/peers)
How can a person control their mental health without medication?
Listen to your mind, body, and emotions!
If I tell myself I have ADHD, could I make myself have it and what to do if I do have the diagnosis
No
You can create a negative thought pattern that leads to unhealthy behaviors and habits. Self-awareness is huge! Seek support, talk to a trusted adult, and develop healthy thinking patterns.
True or false: Mental Health conditions develop from genetics only?
False: Many factors contribute to the development of a mental health condition, including life experiences (such as trauma or a history of abuse), biological factors, and family history of mental illness. A very small percentage of mental health disorders are actually genetic.
What percentage of teens connect over social media rather than face to face? Why is this a problem?
70%
Lack the ability to make personal connection
Things teens can do to help with depression besides medication
sleep regularly
eat and drink water regularly
Talk to a trusted adult
Mindset
Positive self-talk
How can I protect myself from someone who hurt me- even though I may still like that person?
Love yourself enough to set and maintain clean and safe boundaries. You can love someone but not be willing to allow them to harm you. POSITIVE SELF TALK. Predetermining what you will and will not tolerate.
Is anger a primary emotion?
No- anger is never a primary emotion. If you are having a hard time controlling your anger, you need to talk to someone to help you figure out what is causing the anger. Sadness, let down, frustration, feeling overwhelmed,
Is grief personal or strategic?
Grief is very personal. Grief can change a person and can lead to serious disorder such as depression and anxiety of not dealt with. There is no set pattern to deal with grief
Stages: Denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance.
What are coping skills for teens who are overwhelmed?
Step away from stressful situations
practice relaxation
self care
get enough sleep
talk positive to yourself
identify your needs
Use the STOP skills (Stop, Take a step back, Observe, Proceed if safe)
What is the vocabulary word for "viewing the world with a glass half full point of view?"
Optimistic
Is it possible for me to help someone who is thinking about suicide or self harm? How?
Listen without judgement, Help them get to help, do not lave them alone, allow them to feel what they feel, do not make excuses or argue with how they are feeling,