Let's Be Real (Myth or Fact)
Depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide.
Fact.
The proportion of the global population living with depression is estimated to be 322 million people—4.4% of the world’s population.
Anxiety disorders affect more than 260 million people—3.6% of the global population. The prevalence of these common mental disorders is increasing, particularly in low- and middle-income countries, with many people experiencing both depression and anxiety disorders simultaneously.
This disorder is associated with episodes of mood swings ranging from depressive lows to manic highs. What is it?
Bi-Polar Disorder / Manic Depression
True or False - Seeking help for mental illness will lead to being ostracized and make symptoms worse.
False.
When you do have the strength, courage and bravery to open up to someone else, you are working to alleviate the stigma, increase awareness, empower yourself, grow as a person, and promote understanding of mental health. So don’t let others perceptions scare you from getting the help you need.
A natural way to get in shape and increase feelings of happiness is to ______.
What is exercise
How many hearts does an Octopus have?
Three.
Most people with mental health issues receive assistance through services.
Myth.
Nearly 60% of adults with a mental illness did not receive mental health services in the previous year.
Nearly 50% of youth aged 8-15 didn’t receive mental health services in the previous year.
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 enjoyed
Name 3 people you can talk to if you are having a hard time
Doctor – Clinical Staff – Case Manager – Nurses – Program Director – Peers – etc.
What is Diaphragmatic breathing?
Diaphragmatic breathing also called breathing retraining or deep breathing is a very basic cognitive-behavioral coping strategy for managing anxiety. It is a simple technique, but it can be very powerful. Diaphragmatic breathing can be used as a way to manage your anxiety.
Diaphragmatic breathing, or deep breathing, is breathing that is done by contracting the diaphragm, a muscle located horizontally between the thoracic cavity and abdominal cavity. Air enters the lungs, the chest does not rise and the belly expands during this type of breathing.
Fungi Are Genetically Closer to Humans Than Plants.
True
More men are affected by depression than women.
Myth.
Women are nearly twice as likely as men to be diagnosed with depression. Depression can occur at any age.
When someone views you in a negative way because you have a distinguishing characteristic or personal trait that is thought to be, or actually is, a disadvantage. Unfortunately, negative attitudes and beliefs are common toward people who have a mental health condition.
STIGMA
let's work together to end the stigma!
True or False - Medication is the only treatment method that works for mental health diagnosis.
False.
Medication can be helpful, and is sometimes necessary depending on the severity of the issue, but other methods such as therapy and counselling can also be very helpful.
This coping skill requires you to write your thoughts down on paper.
Journaling
Where is a shrimp's heart located?
In its head.
If someone in your family has a mental illness, you are more likely to develop one as well.
Fact.
Although you will not necessarily develop any kind of mental illness, if someone in your family has a mental disorder you will be at higher risk.
What is Co-Occurring Disorder/ Dual Diagnosis?
The term co-occurring disorder refers to the condition in which an individual has a co-existing mental illness and substance use disorder. While commonly used to refer to the combination of substance use and mental disorders, the term also refers to other combinations of disorders, such a mental disorder and an intellectual disability. (The terms dual disorder and dual diagnosis were previously used to describe the same condition.)
True or False - You need to know exactly what you're going to say and how you're going to say it before you talk to a counselor/therapist.
False.
Counselors are there to listen to whatever is troubling you, and you can open up to them at a pace that you are comfortable with.
Tip: If you feel like you might get nervous and freeze up, it often helps to write things down before your appointment. This also helps you to organize your thoughts and put things in perspective.
Name 2 of your own coping skills
1. _____________ 2. ________________
What animal's eyes are bigger than it's brain?
An ostrich.
True or False: In the United States, almost half of adults will experience a mental illness during their lifetime.
True.
Mental illnesses are common in the United States. Nearly one in five U.S. adults live with a mental illness (46.6 million in 2017). Mental illnesses include many different conditions that vary in degree of severity, ranging from mild to moderate to severe.
What event is this describing? "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. Individuals may even feel like they are going to die of a heart attack".
Panic attack / Anxiety attack
True or False - Having your treatment plan controlled by a medical professional in mental health is better than you assisting in the design of your own treatment plan.
False.
When people are directly involved in designing their own treatment plan, including defining recovery and wellness goals, choosing services that support them and evaluating treatment decisions and progress , the experience of care and outcomes are improved.
Ability to decrease symptoms of depression or cravings, better management of emotions, better mood, improve self-esteem, etc.
What are the benefits of coping skills?
What is the only animal with 4 (forward facing) knees?
Elephants.
They are the only animal to have four forward-facing knees. All other four-legged animals have at least one pair of legs with knees that face backwards.
Fun Fact: They also are the only animals that can't jump.