MENTAL HEALTH
Mental Health _______ is when a person is viewed in a negative way for having a mental health diagnosis.
STIGMA
A group of individuals that includes parents, siblings, and other relatives.
FAMILY
Mental Health problems are common.
TRUE
Mental illnesses are common in the United States. Nearly 1 in 5 U.S. adults live with a mental illness (51.5 million in 2019). Mental illnesses include many different conditions that vary in degree of severity, ranging from mild to moderate to severe.
These life skills involve grooming & hygiene:
WASH HANDS, SHOWER/BATH, BRUSH HAIR, BRUSH TEETH, DEODORANT, etc.
This object is a squishy sphere that you could use when anxious or fidgety.
STRESS BALL
People with ______ disorders usually have recurring intrusive thoughts or concerns. They may avoid certain situations out of worry. They may also have physical symptoms such as sweating, trembling, dizziness or a rapid heartbeat.
ANXIETY
A group of individuals who gather together to provide each other with encouragement, comfort, and advice?
SUPPORT GROUP
Medication is the only treatment method that works for mental health problems.
FALSE
In addition to medication, therapy, case management, hospitalization, support groups, & self-help plans are some other treatment methods.
These life skills involve doing things where you live:
WASH/DRY/FOLD LAUNDRY, COOK, MAKE FOOD TO EAT, CLEANING ROOMS, WASH DISHES, etc.
Cleaning, Dancing, Walking/Jogging, Swimming, lifting weights, using a treadmill, and playing sports are examples of this coping skill:
EXERCISE
_____ is a disorder in which people have recurring, unwanted thoughts, ideas or sensations that make them feel driven to do something repetitively.
OCD - OBSESSIVE COMPULSIVE DISORDER
A _______ is a bond or connection you have with another person that is built over time.
RELATIONSHIP
Personality weakness or character flaws cause mental illness. People with mental illness can snap out of it if they try hard enough.
FALSE
Mental health problems have nothing to do with being lazy or weak and many people need help to get better. Most mental illnesses don’t have a single cause. Instead they have a variety of causes, called risk factors such as genetics, environment, childhood trauma, stressful events, substance use, brain chemistry, stressful events, etc.
These life skills involve Wellness:
EXERCISE, EAT HEALTHY, GO TO DOCTOR, SEEK HELP WHEN NEEDED, MANAGE STRESS, etc.
This skill doesn't require talking. A writing utensil, and paper are all you need to write down your thoughts.
JOURNALING
__________ is a mental disorder characterized by disruptions in thought processes, perceptions, emotional responsiveness, and social interactions, which can include symptoms such as hallucinations, delusions, and thought disorders.
SCHIZOPHRENIA
These individuals at the agency can help those needing assistance gaining care, navigating applications, or receiving support in day-to-day tasks. Furthermore, they can offer community support to increase health education, community resource knowledge, and individual support.
CSS or Case Manager
All stress is bad stress.
FALSE
In a dangerous situation, stress signals the body to prepare to face a threat or flee to safety. In these situations, your pulse quickens, you breathe faster, your muscles tense, and your brain uses more oxygen and increases activity—all functions aimed at survival and in response to stress. In non-life-threatening situations, stress can motivate people, such as when they need to take a test or interview for a new job.
These life skills involve money:
PAY BILLS, USE COUPONS, MAKE A BUDGET, SHOPPING, SAVINGS, etc.
This skill can take practice and can involve quieting your mind and creating a sense of calm.
MINDFULNESS / MEDITATION
What are some common diagnosis of mental disorders/illness?
ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, SCHIZOPHRENIA, BIPOLAR, BPD, PTSD, SUBSTANCE USE, EATING, etc.
These professionals are skilled at helping and assisting with various treatment needs.
THERAPIST/COUNSELOR, PSYCHIATRIST, DOCTOR, NURSE,
There are Federal Laws that protect your health-related privacy under HIPAA.
TRUE
HIPAA – Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act = the Privacy Rule is to ensure that individuals’ health information is properly protected while allowing the flow of health information needed to provide and promote high quality health care and to protect the public’s health and well-being.
These life skills involve Etiquette & taking care of Business:
PHONE ETTIQUETTE, TABLE MANNERS, TIME MANAGEMENT, SCHEDULE APPOINTMENTS, WRITING A THANK YOU CARD, etc.
Name 3 Positive Coping Skills:
READING, WRITING, MUSIC, EXERCISE, MEDITATION,...