Vocabulary
Exercise can make your brain stronger.
True. Research shows that physical activity can reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression and the risk of cognitive decline, including dementia.
Name 3 positive coping skills
-Taking space
-Speaking with a loved one
-Taking a walk
-Exercise
There's 2 designated times to do this a day. You can use this as a self-care time/"freshen" up. What is this called?
ADL time.
What is a common, often debilitating, mental health diagnosis that causes intense, uncontrollable, and irrational worrying and/or fear.
What is Anxiety?
This is described as "paying attention on purpose" to the present moment.
What is mindfulness?
About 1 in 10 people in the U.S. are living with a mental health condition.
False. More than 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. are living with mental health conditions. And about 1 in 25 people are living with a serious mental health condition, such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia or major depression.
Name 3 negative coping skills
-Substance abuse
-Negative self-talk
-Avoidance
-Self-harm
What are things that you can do when you are feeling overwhelmed or stressed on the unit?
-Talk to a staff member
-Take space
-Ask for a PRN (if needed)
This is a common and serious mood disorder that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think, and the way you act.
What is Depression?
Women are at higher risk of being diagnosed with Anxiety and Depression.
True. Some mental health conditions including depression and anxiety are more common in women.
What is the name of the doctor that helps prescribe medications?
Psychiatrist
Who are the staff members that will typically be in charge of running your "family meetings" or help with discharge planning?
Who are the social workers (Ms. Maya, Ms. Emily, and Ms. Sarah)
This is a mental health condition that causes unusual shifts in mood, energy, activity levels, and the ability to carry out day-to-day tasks.
What is Bipolar Disorder?
If a family member is diagnosed with a mental health condition, you will also have that condition.
False. Although a family history of mental health conditions increases risk, it doesn't mean that you definitely will develop the same condition or have a mental health condition at all.
Give an example of an "I" statement
I feel ____ when I _____
Who can you speak to about medication changes or request any orders?
Your psychiatrist (Dr. Merson or Dr. A)
This is a psychological condition that some people develop after experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event.
What is Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?
This is the acute pain that accompanies loss.
What is Grief?
Some minorities are more vulnerable to mental illness than others.
False - Anyone can be diagnosed with a mental health complication, regardless of their race, gender, religious background, or where they live.
Describe the 5-4-3-2-1 strategy
A technique that asks you to find things you can see, smell, hear, touch, and taste (5 senses) to calm down when feeling anxious or distressed.
-Attend groups
-Follow all re-directions
-No displaying aggressive behaviors
What is a serious mental illness that affects how a person thinks, feels, and acts.
What is Schizophrenia?