How Mental Illnesses may Occur
Can genetics contribute to mental illnesses? (True or False, please write in complete word)
True
Who can a person talk to seek help for their mental health?
Someone trusted or a therapist/doctor.
What is a reason that prevents people from seeking help?
Lack of Awareness, Negative Stigma, Lack of Support, Money Problems, Fear or Lack of Trust
What is an outdoor activity that can help a person calm down?
Anything
Can traumatic events cause mental illnesses?
Yes
What is something we can do to take care of our mental health?
Doing things like socializing, exercise, gardening, reading, and breathing.
Lack of ___ is something that prevents people from seeking help. (Fill in the blank)
Awareness/Support/Trust
What is an indoor activity that can help a person calm down?
(anything if approved)
What is a type of substance that can contribute to mental illnesses?
Drugs/Alcohol
What can a doctor prescribe to help with mental illness?
Medication.
What might prevent some people from reaching out to a therapist/people of support?
Feeling scared or being embarrased.
True or False, reading is a great way to care for yourself. (Please write the whole word, not just "t" or "f")
True.
What is the most contributing factor to negative mental health?
Stress
If a person suspects they have a mental illness, who could they reach out to first?
Therapist/Doctor or someone trusted.
Write down a mental illness and list a symptom of it.
Anything from the last presentation.
Who are great people to talk to when you need support?
Someone trusted (Therapist/doctor/friends/family)
Name 3 things that can contribute to mental illness.
Stress, Emotional or Physical Abuse, Trauma, Neglect, Loneliness, Racism, Genetics, & Substance Abuse
What is a personal support system?
A group of friends/family that a person can ask for support.
What is the term for a negative feeling or emotion towards a topic?
Stigma
What is the breathing exercise called?
4-7-8 Calm Breathing Exercise.