Mental Health Diagnosis
Is a physical illness more important than a mental illness?
NO - there both important
What is the A in ALGEE?
What is Ask or Access.
What is an example of Asking or Accessing for a person who stopped swimming when they did this daily for the last two years and doesn't smile like they use too?
I've noticed you don't swim like you use too and I know how much you enjoyed it. Would you like to talk?
Are you OK, I noticed you stopped swimming like you use to do.
You can you be an expert in listening in a few weeks.
True or False
False- listening takes practice
What does the sun drink out of?
Sunglasses
What is 3 warning signs for depression?
Sad mood, loss of enjoyment or interest in activities they use to do, lack of energy/tiredness, feeling worthless, thinking about death, difficulty concentrating or making decissions, agitated, moving slowly, not enough or to much sleep, change in eating habits- eating too much or not enought.
What is the L in ALGEE?
Listen, Listen, Listen
This is the type of listening you should do when listening to someone who maybe experiencing distress?
What is Active Listening
What are three types of non-verbal communication you should do when active listening?
Eye contact, smile, nod, open posture, sit down and don't fidget.
Why do fish swim in saltwater?
Because pepper makes them sneeze!
Symptoms of anxiety disorder include these.
Pounding heart, chest pain, rapid heart beat, hyperventiliation, shortness of breath, dizziness, sweating, dry mouth, nausea, diarreha, mucsle tension, avoidance, excessive worry/fear.
What is the G in ALGEE?
Give reassurance and Information
Giving reassurance to someone who's experiencing distress with their mental health is also called this.
What is HOPE!
What are three strategies of verbal communication you can do when actively listening to a person?
Using short statements showing you are listening. (OK, Uh-huh)
Clarify- Ask questions for clarity "I hear you saying you feel bad when....."
Empathy- trying to put yourself in their shoes
Restating- check your understanding of what was said by summarizing facts and feelings.
Use "I" Statements- I hear you say, I see this upsets you etc.
Focus on the person, not the subject when communicatingWhere do you find an ocean with no water?
On a map
Describe what delusions and hallucinations are.
Delusions- false beliefs that conflict with reality but the person is sure it is true.
Hallucinations- Perceiving something that is not really there involving your senses. Hearing, seeing, feeling, tasting or smelling.
What is the first E in ALGEE?
Encourage Professional Help.
Name 4 Professionals who you can encourage a friend to contact when she has experienced a panic attack.
Primary Doctor
Therapist
Psychiatrist
Case ManagerWhat are the three "Do Not Do" while engaging in active listening?
1. Don't Interrupt
2. Don't change the subject
2. Don't be critical or express frustration.
What has an eye but can't see?
A Hurricane!
Which mental health disorder is most common with adults in the US.
Anxiety Disorders that includes Panic disorder, PTSD, OCD, Social Anxiety Disorder and Generalized Anxiety Disorder among others.
What is the last E in ALGEE and provide two strategies you could suggest to a friend who is experiencing distress with their mental health.
Encourage Self-Help Strategies
CHOICES, family, friends, faith groups, Grounding Techniques, breathing, support groups, and many, many more!!!!
You have a friend who is showing signs of suicidal behavior. They have talked to you about dying and just called you and said they were going to end it. What do you do?
ASK!
Are you having thoughts of suicide?
Are you thinking about killing yourself?
Do you feel SAFE?
If you feel uncomfortable in asking these questions, always get someone else involved. If you are worried about the person following through with a suicide attempt but can't go to them, call 911.
What's the difference between hearing and listening?
Hearing is involuntary, accidental, and effortless. Listening is focused, voluntary, intentional.
Mary's father had 5 daughters, Nana, Nini, Nono, and Nene. What's the name of the 5th daughter?
Mary!