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Myth or Fact: Mental illness can be classified as a mental disability.
Myth. Mental health has nothing to do with cognitive abilities.
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True or False: Approximately 1 in 5 adults in the US experience mental illnesses within a year.

True.
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An anxiety disorder characterized by recurrent and disorder thoughts or repetitive ritualized behaviors.

Obsessive-compulsive Disorder

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Which is not considered a mental health disorder: Anxiety, Anger, Depression, or Eating Disorders?

Anger.
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What are some college stressors that may impact mental health?

Relationship breakups Homesickness Peer pressure Loneliness Academic pressure Future career stress Financial issues Lack of sleep Taking on too much Overinvolved Body image concerns Drug and alcohol use Poor diet and lack of exercise Sexual identity Hazing Bullying.

200
Myth or Fact: Children often do not receive treatment needed for mental health problems.
Fact. Less than 20% of children with diagnosable mental health problems receive needed treatment.
200

Approximately how many state prisoners and local jail prisoners have a recent history of a mental health condition? 20%, 40%, or 60%?

40%.
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This is a mental disorder that can follow a traumatic or tragic event.

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder.

200

What race has a higher rate of mental health challenges?

None! There is no evidence to suggest that a certain race or cultural group is more susceptible to having mental health challenges.

200

How can you help end stigma against mental health issues?

-Speak up about stigma to friends, family and colleagues -Be aware of your own attitudes and judgments -Support organizations that fight stigma.

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Myth or Fact: Mental health is incurable.
Myth. People with diagnosed mental illnesses can see improvements with different treatments (medication, therapy, etc.).
300

Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death for what age range of people in the U.S.?

15-24 years old.

300

This is characterized by serious and significant mood swings (highs and lows).

Bipolar Disorder.

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Which is not a symptom of Bipolar Disorder: Overeating, extreme happiness, extreme sadness, or not thinking clearly?

Overeating.
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How do identify common suicide warning signs?

-Talking about hopelessness, worthlessness, being a burden to others, feeling trapped or having no reason to live -Having no motivation or losing interest in activities once enjoyed -Withdrawing or feeling isolated -Sudden change in personality or behaviors -Giving away possessions, behaving recklessly -Talking about death or not being here tomorrow.

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Myth or Fact: Medication is a more effective treatment than therapy.
Myth. Treatment for health problems depends on the individual.
400

On average, how many U.S. veterans die each day by suicide?

18 to 22.

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This is characterized by chronic and exaggerated worry and tension.

Anxiety.
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True or False: You cannot cause someone to get a mental illness.

False. People can develop mental illnesses from traumatic or tragic events.

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How can you help a friend who is showing suicide warning signs?

Reach out to someone you trust Share your concern Offer support Be a friend If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide, call: 24hr National Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-800-273-8255 (TALK).

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Myth or Fact: Mental Health is a single, rare disorder.
Myth. There are many mental disorders that have their own features and underlying causes. Mental illnesses do not present themselves the same in different individuals.
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What percent of children that die by suicide have a mental health condition?

More than 90%.

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This occurs in children and is characterized as excessive anxiety concerning separation by a child from the home or a person.

Separation Anxiety Disorder.

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When are most personality disorders diagnosed? Examples: Borderline Personality Disorder, Obsessive-compulsive Disorder, etc.

Young adults; 20s-30s.
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What are some resources for us?

Campus services -Wellness Center, Residence Life