Positive Coping Skills
Name a Distraction technique
Conversation, listen to music, read, do a puzzle, TV, play a game, make a list, clean, gardening, arts and crafts, etc.
This disorder is a combination of a manic phase (a sudden onset of exhilaration and excessive good mood), and a depressive phase (feelings of worthlessness, hopelessness, and prolonged sadness)
Bipolar Disorder
What is isolation?
Withdrawing from friends, family and the community
What is Stigma?
Societal prejudice that can prevent people in need from speaking up or seeking help.
Which hugely popular comedian/actor, who played Fire Marshall Bill on "In Living Color", was diagnosed with ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) at a very young age?
A. George Carlin
B. Jerry Seinfeld
C. Robin Williams
D. Jim Carrey
Jim Carrey: "I remember getting a report card which said, "Jim always gets his tasks completed first and then spends the rest of his spare time disrupting everyone else." The comedian shares that he was "pretty proud of himself" over that one.
Name a Grounding technique
Smell fragrances, eat food, notice colors around you, walk barefoot, squeeze clay or a stress ball, do yoga, meditate, exercise, listen to music, etc.
Name 3 symptoms of Depression
feelings of despair and hopelessness feeling detached from life and those around you continued fatigue or loss of energy feelings of sadness – crying for no apparent reason inability to concentrate or make decisions thoughts of suicide changes in eating or sleeping patterns persistent or recurring headaches or frequent gastrointestinal upsets Losing interest in activities that are enjoyable, etc.
What is avoidance/diversion?
Pushing away feelings, distraction
Mental health" refers to:
A. Achieving a period of 12-18 months without a psychotic episode.
B. Striking a balance in all aspects of your life—social, physical, spiritual, economic, mental.
C. A constant feeling of contentment.
B. Striking a balance in all aspects of your life—social, physical, spiritual, economic, mental.
Which famous NASA astronaut, the second man to walk on the moon, suffers from bipolar affective disorder?
A. Jack Swigert
B. Neil Armstrong
C. Edwin Aldrin
D. James Lovell
Edwin "Buzz" Aldrin!
Name an Emotional Release technique
Yell, scream, run, take a cold shower, watch a sad movie and cry, watch a funny movie and laugh, boxing, popping balloons, dance, etc.
This disorder is characterized by high anxiety and flashbacks. It is common among victims of crimes and people in the military.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Name 2 common negative coping skills
Smoking, substance abuse, overeating, purging, avoidance, self-harm, etc.
True or False: Mental Health problems are rare.
False. Mental health problems are common and it’s likely you will know someone who has experienced them. 1 in 4 people will experience a mental health problem in their lifetime.
Which athlete, diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) at age nine, used sports as his main therapy and went on to compete in the Olympics?
Michael Phelps! Phelps' mother, who said that Michael had serious trouble in school his entire life, attributes his success in dealing with ADHD to his love of swimming.
Name a Self Love technique
Massage hands with lotion, manicure your nails, cook a good meal for yourself, buy yourself a treat, relax with some coffee or tea, bubble bath or long shower, brush hair, etc.
What can cause psychosis?
Drugs: methamphetamine, opiates, alcohol, and marijuana, mental or physical illness, extreme stress, trauma.
This is a common negative coping skill that is often practiced by patients on the unit to pass time
Oversleeping
How many people with mental illness receive treatment/services for their condition?
A. 10%
B. 50%
C. 80%
D. 40%
D. 40%
Nearly 60% of adults with a mental illness didn’t receive mental health services in the previous year.
Despite being diagnosed at a young age with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and obsessive-compulsive disorder(OCD), this actor/comedian has had a successful career in movies, TV series, and as a live-act comedian.
Who is the actor I'm speaking about?
A. Chris Rock
B. Kevin James
C. Howie Mandel
D. Bernie Mac
Howie Mandel! As host of the game show, "Deal Or No Deal", Howie had a lot of angst because he was so terrified of shaking hands or having someone unexpectedly hug him due to excitement. Yet, he persevered for that very reason as he believed that taking the role of emcee would actually turn out to be therapeutic for him. He spends time talking about his struggle with his disorders with mental health educators and charities.
Name a thought challenge technique
Write down negative thoughts and list all the reasons they might not be true. Imagine a friend had these thoughts--what would you tell them? Use positive affirmations and self-talk, think about your strengths rather than weaknesses, etc.
Name 3 signs that a person could be suicidal
direct suicide threats such as “I want to die,” or indirect threats such as “You would be better off without me”/ personality changes or withdrawn behavior/ hoarding medication/ giving away prized possessions/ lack of interest in future plans/ isolation from friends and colleagues/ depression
This negative coping mechanism involves refusing to acknowledge an issue
Denial
What are 2 factors that contribute to the development of a mental health issue?
Many factors contribute to mental health problems, including:
-Biological factors, such as genes, physical illness, injury, or brain chemistry
-Life experiences, such as trauma or a history of abuse
-Family history of mental health problems
What did Marvel get wrong about the traumatic past of Black Widow in The Avengers Franchise?
A. She wouldn't have remembered her trauma
B. She wouldn't have been affected by her trauma
C. She wouldn't be as well adjusted as the movie shows her
C. She wouldn't be as well adjusted as the movie shows her
From early childhood, she was raised to become an assassin through strict discipline, brainwashing and, sterilization. Learning how to kill without any emotion and the magnitude of her trauma is downplayed by the writers of Marvel. After Natasha experiences painful flashback at the hands of a villain, she is able to shake it off after only taking a few moments to recover. Whereas, male characters take time to deal with their trauma.