Common Medications
Name an antidepressant which is used to treat depression.
Effexor, Lexapro, Paxil, Prozac, Remeron, Trazodone, Wellbutrin, Zoloft, etc
Characterized by a combination of persistent problems, such as difficulty sustaining attention, hyperactivity and impulsive behavior.
ADHD
The ability to be fully present, aware of where we are and what we’re doing, and not overly reactive or overwhelmed by what’s going on around us.
Mindfulness
Which of these comedians deal with Clinical Depression? a)Chris Rock b)Jim Carrey c)Seth Rogan d)Ellen Degeneres
Both Jim Carrey and Ellen Degeneres
Arachnophobia
Spiders
Name a medication to treat anxiety.
Xanax, Ativan, Buspar, Klonopin, Lexapro, Vistaril, etc
Characterized by serotonin and norepinephrine decreased in the brain
Depression
The chemicals released in our brains when we exercise.
Endorphins
What mental illness do musical artists Ozzy Osbourne, DMX, and Axl Rose deal with?
Bipolar disorder
Ophidiophobia
Snakes
TRUE OR FALSE. All mental health medications work equally well for just about everyone.
False. Some mental health medications will be more effective for you than others, and one that works well for you may not be helpful for a friend or family member. It’s often a process of trial and error to find the most effective medication for your unique needs.
Characterized by intense, excessive and persistent worry and fear about everyday situations.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Counting, 5-4-3-2-1 senses, progressive muscle relaxation, etc. are all examples of this.
Grounding techniques
Which Pirates of the Caribbean star deals with anxiety? a) Orlando Bloom b)Johnny Depp c) Keira Knightley
Johnny Depp
Mysophobia
a fear of germs
TRUE OR FALSE. Mental health medications are never addictive.
FALSE. While most of the mental health medications are not addictive, there are some which have a high potential for abuse and addiction. These medications are primarily some of the ones used to treat symptoms of anxiety or panic. They are in the drug category known as benzodiazepines; common examples include Valium, Klonopin, and Xanax. If you use these medications, it’s important to communicate regularly with your prescriber to make sure they are closely monitored.
Bipolar disorder
The practice of taking an active role in protecting one's own well-being and happiness, in particular during periods of stress.
Self-Care
Which of the following authors has dealt with clinical depression in their life? a) J.K Rowling (Harry Potter) b)Stephenie Meyer (Twilight) c) Suzanne Collins (Hunger Games)
J.K Rowling
Agoraphobia
fear of being in a situation that is perceived to be unsafe, where it may be difficult to remove oneself from rapidly
What is a drug caused movement disorder with late onset that can be permanent?
Tardive Dyskinesia
Characterized by someone who is experiencing psychosis who may have trouble distinguishing between what is real and what is not as a result of delusions, hallucinations, or paranoia.
Schizophrenia
The ability to accept situations that are outside of your control without judging them, which in turn reduces the suffering that is caused by them.
Radical Acceptance
Which type of anxiety disorder is Howie Mandel diagnosed with?
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Nyctophobia
the fear of the darkness