Myth or Fact?
People with mental illnesses are generally violent and dangerous.
What is MYTH. People with mental health issues are generally no more violent than the rest of the population. Mental illness plays NO part in most violent crimes committed in our society. In fact, people with mental illnesses are more likely to be victims of crimes.
This disorder is characterized by depression and anxiety as well as flashbacks. It is common among victims of crimes and people in the military.
What is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
This famous Olympian is diagnosed with ADHD.
Who is Michael Phelps
What is addiction?
This kind of counseling allows individuals to meet with others and discuss common or shared concerns and experiences. These meetings are meant to provide support and education about specific concerns.
What is group counselling
Most people will never be affected by mental health issues.
What is MYTH. In Canada, 1 in 5 people will experience a mental health issue at some point in their lives. So, everyone will be affected by mental health issues either directly (yourself) or indirectly (knowing someone managing mental health issues).
This is a persistent mood disorder that is characterized by decreased energy, lack of interest in hobbies/activities, appetite/weight changes, and feelings of sadness and hopelessness.
What is depression.
This talk show host known for her dancing has opened up about struggling with depression.
Who is Ellen Degeneres
Withdrawal from this substance can be fatal.
What is alcohol
This type of mental health professional can prescribe medication for mental health issues such as anxiety and depression.
Who is a psychiatrist
There are people who have mental illness and people who have mental health.
What is MYTH. Mental health is something that EVERYONE deals with- we all experience stress and other daily struggles that affect our mental health and we can all work to improve our mental health.
This mental illness has the highest mortality rate of any mental disorder .
What is anorexia nervosa
This former Disney star has shared her struggles with bipolar disorder, an eating disorder, substance use disorder, and self-harm (cutting)... a.) Miley Cyrus b.) Selena Gomez or c.) Demi Lovato
Who is Demi Lovato
What is heroin... but Oxycontin, Methadone, Morphine, and Codeine also fall into this category.
This is a major barrier to people seeking help to manage their mental health issues.
What is STIGMA. Stigma is a negative stereotype or judgement made by others. When people feel like others will judge them or think poorly of them for admitting they have a mental health problem or seeking help for that problem, they are less likely to get the support they need. Many people suffer in silence.
Males attempt suicide more often than females.
What is MYTH- statistically females attempt approximately four times as often, however males have a higher rate of death as they often choose more violent methods.
This is one of the most common mental health issue affecting teenagers characterized by excessive worry, restlessness, irritability, and fear that get in the way of productive daily living.
What are anxiety disorders- generalized, social, separation, specific phobias, etc.
This famous singer/actress suffers from PTSD
Who is Lady Gaga
Mixing these two substances is the leading cause of substance-combination related deaths.
What is alcohol and cocaine
This is a common strategy used to relax the body and calm our body's fight/flight/freeze response. It requires no equipment, but does require the individual to practice the skill before applying it to stressful situations.
What is deep breathing
This is no cure for mental illness.
What is TRUE- while it is not usually “cured”, it can be effectively managed. Most people with mental illness diagnoses live productive and positive lives while receiving treatments for their mental illness.
Symptoms of this include sweating, nausea, trembling and numbness in the legs or hands, dizziness, hot or cold flashes, a feeling of tightness or pressure in the chest, hyperventilation, “jelly” legs or blurred vision can develop.
What is panic/anxiety attack
This actor, best known for his work in Titanic and The Great Gatsby, has a diagnosis of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Who is Leonardo DiCaprio
This is the leading cause of preventable death in Canada.
Smoking (nicotine addiction). Tobacco use is a major factor in four out of the five leading causes of death: heart disease, cancer, lung disease and stroke.
This is the commonly used therapeutic model that highlights for individuals the connection between our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It focuses on ways to change our thinking or behavior patterns with the belief that changes in these areas will produce changes in our feelings.
What is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)