Mental Health Terminology
Shame, disgrace, or disapproval that results from negative societal attitudes and beliefs about a particular characteristic, group, or behaviors is known as
Stigma
natural physical and mental response to life experiences, both positive and negative
Stress
"I wish I was never born” is a...
Warning sign
Taking mental breaks and setting up time for yourself is important for
your Mental Health/ Hygiene
Our emotional, psychological, spiritual, and social-well being.
Mental Health
concept of dividing people into groups on the basis of various sets of physical characteristics and the process of ascribing social meaning to those groups.
Race
Heart Racing, shortness of breath, and fatigue are symptoms of
Anxiety
Mental Health is split into three categories. What are they known as...
Behavioral, Physiological, Emotional
Coping Strategies/Selfcare tips
College influences that impacts your mental health
Attempt to try drugs or alcohol
Increased use of drugs (weed, vaping, pills, etc)
Binge drinking or excessive drinking games
Excessive partying and late-night socializing/gaming
Increased sexual activity
persistent sadness or low mood, loss of interest or pleasure in activities once enjoyed, changes in appetite or weight, fatigue or lack of energy, Irritability are symptoms of....
What is Depression
A type of stress that can cause excessive activation of the stress response system and can lead to long lasting wear and tear on the body and brain
Toxic Stress
By persistent self-doubt, a fear of failure, and attributing successes to external factors rather than internal abilities
What is Imposter Syndrome
Prioritizing your hobbies, setting time blocks and saying no is...
Setting boundaries
Quote: What your not changing you...
are choosing
higher burden of illness, injury, disability, or mortality experienced by one group relative to another.
Health Disparities
concept that the effects of trauma experienced by one generation can be passed down to subsequent generations.
What is Generational Trauma
Not knowing where your next meal is coming from can lead to
Anxiety, frustration, Stress
Stay connected with mentors and friends.
Set small, achievable goals for yourself.
Establish a structured routine to stay productive.
Seek professional counseling if needed.
Ways to cope with Transition
How long has the peer program been running for?
5 years
the conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work and age that shape health.
Social Determinants of health
This term speaks to the constant stress of living within a racist society that leads to poor health for marginalized groups. can be a result of chronic exposure to social and economic disadvantages
Weathering
Signs of Burnout
Fatigue, frustration, weight lost, weight gain, anxiety
What does P.A.U.S.E stand for?
Practice active listening without judgment
Assess for distress and harm
Understand and acknowledge the experiences
Seek productive support
Encourage self-help and other supportive strategies
Who is Arthur Ashe?
The first African American Tennis Player to win the singles title at Wimbledon, the US Open, and the Australian Open.