Wellbeing
What element most affects your sleep cycle?
Sunlight
True or False: People with mental health disorders are more likely to be violent.
What is False? (Most individuals with mental health disorders are not violent and are more likely to be victims of violence.)
What is the term for a mental health condition that involves excessive worry about various aspects of life?
Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
Which therapy focuses on changing negative thought patterns?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT
Name two things you could say if you called a helpline.
What is: I’m having a hard time; I need to talk to somebody; Today was tough; I’m not sure what to say; I need help; I need someone to listen; Hello..
Which neurotransmitter is often linked to feelings of happiness and well-being?
Serotonin
What percentage of people with mental illness report experiencing stigma and discrimination?
What is nearly 90%? (According to the Mental Health Foundation, almost 9 out of 10 people with a mental illness feel stigma negatively impacts their lives.)
Why would a person want a mental health diagnosis?
May make it easier to access info, resources and treatment, and connect with other people.
True or False: Medication is the only treatment method that works for mental health problems.
What is False? (There are various treatment methods including therapy and lifestyle changes.)
True or False: Talking about mental health can help reduce stigma and promote well-being.
What is True? (Open discussions about mental health can foster understanding and support.)
Mental health encompasses which three aspects of well-being?
Emotional, psychological, and social well-being
True or False: Children are too young to develop a mental illness like depression or anxiety.
What is FALSE?
Which mental health condition is often triggered by a traumatic event and can cause flashbacks, nightmares, and severe anxiety?
What is post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
What are two key risk factors for mental health conditions in later life?
What is loneliness and social isolation
What is the term for the practice of focusing on the present moment and accepting it without judgment, often used to improve mental well-being?
What is mindfulness?
What impacts mental health negatively?
a.Regular routine
b. Positive thinking c. Social withdrawal
d.exercise
What is social withdrawal?
Social withdrawal can have a negative impact on mental health, leading to a cycle of deepening isolation and increased stress and anxiety. When individuals withdraw socially, they reduce their exposure to supportive relationships and community engagement, which are vital for emotional resilience.
Name 3 things you can do to help a friend who thinks they may have a mental health problem.
What is Listen to them, spend time with them, encourage them to seek help, help them make appointments/go with them. If it is serious then tell someone else
what is the number one cause of disability worldwide?
Depression
What demographic factor increases the risk of mental health disorders among minority groups?
Discrimination and exclusion
True or False: Pets can help improve mental well-being.
What is True? (Having pets can reduce feelings of loneliness and increase happiness.)
Which diet is linked to better brain health?
A. Fast food
B. High sugar
C. Balanced
D. High fat
A balanced diet supports brain health by providing the nutrients it needs to function correctly. Nutrients such as omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals provide the brain with the tools to perform neurotransmission, neurogenesis, and to protect against oxidative stress. This leads to improved cognitive function, including memory, attention, and decision-making, which are crucial for overall mental health. A balanced diet also helps in regulating mood and preventing mental health conditions like depression and anxiety.
Practicing this helps people feel more positive emotions, relish good experiences, improve their health, deal with adversity, and build strong relationships.
What is gratitude?
What is the term for a mental health condition that involves a persistent fear of embarrassment or humiliation?
Social anxiety disorder (social phobia)
The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness, the ability to 'bounce back.
What is resilience?
This is a simple technique that is excellent for managing emotions. Not only is it effective, but is also discreet and easy to use at any time and any place.
Deep Breathing