Mental Health
What is a consequence of negative stress
what are: headaches, insomnia, high blood pressure, heart disease, irritable mood, upset stomach, anxiety, depression
the definition of when someone becomes dependnt on a substance
what is addiction
mental health issues are rare
what is myth: approximately 1 in in 5 adolescents ages 15-24 report a mental disorder, substance abuse or learning disability
admitting someone is wrong is giving up on yourself--true or false
what is false: admitting you have problems is often the hardest thing to do, and asking for help is a sign of strength and shows your willingness to get better
there are instant fixes for stressors in our life--true or false
false: it takes time to work through our stress and can be overwhelming at first
what is a warning sign of suicide
what is: all of a sudden happy again, fascination with death, change in appearance or attitude
Drug use/abuse is not considered as mental health issue
what is False
people with mental health disorders will not get better
what is myth: once diagnosed, you can be treated and have symptom improvement but usually there is no "cure". By staying on your medication and continuing therapy, you can live successfully with minimal relapses
name three places/people you can go talk to if you are having a hard time
what is staff, family, counselor, social workers, case manager, your medical team, friends
no thought or feeling is wrong in itself, but what we do with that thought or feeling is what really counts--true or false
what is true
this type of disorder is characterized by having periods of "highs" followed by "lows"
bipolar disorder
give an example of physiological dependence
what is vomiting, nose bleeds, headaches, muscle pain. irritability
mental disorders are a consequence of personal weakness
what is myth: the main risk factors are: genetics, major and prolonged stress, environmental influences, and traumatic events
medication is the only treatment for mental health issues--true or false
what is false: medication is helpful, but a combination of cognitive therapy and medications is more effective
taking time for yourself each day is essential to cope with lives pressures --true or false
what is true
people with this disorder feel a strong sense of hopelessness, helplessness, worthlessness, guilt, and extreme sadness. These feelings can go on for a long time
what is depression
is alcohol considered a depressant or an "upper" drug
what is depressant
if someone in your family has a mental illness, you are more likely to develop one as well
what is fact: although this is not guaranteed, you are at a greater risk if mental illness runs in your family line
you need to know exactly what you are going to say to a counselor before you go speak with someone--true or false
what is false: counselors are there to listen and help you be able to say what you want without being judgmental or thinking differently of you
all stress is out of your control
what is false
what is the age people start to show schizophrenia
what is late teen years through the twenties
what are two side effects of using marijuana long term
what is mental health disorders, depression, psychotic episodes, paranoia
males attempt suicide more often than females do
what is myth: females attempt suicide more often, but males are more successful with their attempts
what is one thing you must make before discharge to help keep you safe at home
what is safety plan
no one can help me with my stress, I am all alone
what is false