Mental Health Jeopardy

Positive Mental Health

100

Define "Gratitude" and name 2 benefits.

Definition: Being thankful, showing appreciation, and taking time to think about the positive things in your life. Benefits: Improves physical and psychological health, increases self-esteem, increases empathy, reduces aggression, improves sleep

200

People have no control over how they will react to stress. True or False?

FALSE. People who imagine or visualize themselves handling their challenges or stresses in a positive way, with an image of themselves having some control, are able to bounce back more easily after difficult times.

300

Name two things that can help promote positive mental health.

Exercise Positive relationship(s) with trusted adult(s) Positive and supportive friendships Express yourself (music, sewing, writing, talking, dancing, etc.) Eat healthy foods Get enough sleep

400

Which of these is a definition of positive mental health?

A. Feeling happy all of the time
B. Having no mental health problems
C. Having a sense of well-being and being able to handle challenges
D.Never getting upset about anything 

Correct Answer: C. Having a sense of well-being and being able to handle challenges

Positive mental health isn’t about always feeling happy or never experiencing a mental health difficulty. Having positive mental health means having an overall positive sense of well-being and feeling like you can handle any challenges that come your way.

500

All stress is bad. True or False?

FALSE. Stress is a common feeling that comes from a physiological reaction your body has to certain events. It is the body’s way of rising to a challenge and preparing to meet a tough situation with focus, strength, stamina and heightened alertness. Even though stress can be a positive thing - like motivating us to make positive changes in our lives or giving us that “extra push” for an exam, sometimes we have too much stress and begin to feel that our lives are out of balance. When this happens managing stress could become a challenge.

Experiences with Mental Health

100

What is the name of this condition which may cause excessive worrying, irritability, difficulty concentrating, restlessness, fatigue, tense muscles, and troubles sleeping?

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

Note: Some Anxiety Disorders may also include panic attacks, fears/phobias, and avoidance of social situations.

200

Once a person has a mental health condition, they will never get better.

FALSE. Studies show that most people with mental illnesses get better, and many recover completely.

300

Experiencing a mental health condition during your teen years is rare. True or False?

FALSE. 1 in 5 teens (20%) will experience a mental health condition.

400

If your friend tells you that they are going to harm themselves and they make you promise to keep it a secret, you should always respect their wishes and keep it a secret. True or False.

FALSE. If you are worried about their safety, tell someone. Talk to someone who can help.

500

Name three examples of mental health conditions.

Anxiety Disorders (phobias, OCD, PTSD, social anxiety disorder, generalized anxiety disorder), Mood disorders (depression, bipolar disorder), Eating Disorders (Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge-Eating), Substance Use Disorder, Schizophrenia, Conduct Disorder, Personality Disorders

Getting Help

100

Admitting that something is wrong is giving up on yourself.

FALSE. Admitting you are having a tough time is often very hard to do, and asking for help is a sign of strength and willingness to work through what you are experiencing.

200

A person needs to know exactly what they're going to say and how they're going to say it before talking to a counselor. True or False?

FALSE. Counselors are there to listen to whatever is troubling someone, it's ok for a person to open up at their own pace (even if that's really slow).

300

Medication is the only treatment method that works for mental health conditions. True or False?

FALSE. Medication can be helpful, and is sometimes necessary depending on the issue, but other methods such as therapy and counseling can also be very helpful. Doctors and counselors can help people talk about all of their options for treatment.

400

A friend’s opinions don’t affect a person’s recovery process. True or False?

FALSE. Research on recovery shows that the presence of people who believe in and stand by the person who is in recovery is important.

500

Name two resources (websites, phone numbers, professionals) a person could use if they or someone they know is having a tough time and/or thinks they might need help.

www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK 

2nd Floor Youth Helpline: 888-222-2228 (text/call)

BHS Crisis Office, The Den

Stigma

100

People who have a mental health condition are generally not violent and dangerous. True or False?

TRUE. People who have a mental health condition are generally not more violent than the rest of the population.

200

This is the most common reason teens do not reach out for help when experiencing a mental health condition.

Stigma and embarrassment.

300

True or False: People with anxiety, depression, or suicidal thoughts are just doing it to get attention.

False!!!

It takes so much strength and bravery for someone with anxiety, depression, or suicidal thoughts to reach out for support. one of their biggest fears can be feeling like a "burden". So if someone does reach out, please don't push them away or judge them. 

400

Spending time with people who have mental health conditions tends to reduce negative stereotypes. True or False?

TRUE. Research shows that negative perceptions about severe mental health conditions can be changed through direct contact with people living with mental health conditions.

500

Mental illness is accurately portrayed in the media (movies, TV, music, etc.). True or False?

FALSE. Studies found that most media representations of mental illness were largely negative, promoting stigma and stereotypes.

Random Animal Facts

100

What is the only Animal with 4 knees?

An elephant!

200

Where on a cow's body are the sweat glands located?

On the nose.

300

What animal eats with its head upside down?

A flamingo.

400

An octopus has this many hearts.

3!

500

This animal sleeps with only one half of the brain at a time, and with one eye closed.

Dolphins!