Mental Health Symptoms
This is a mental and physical reaction to perceived threats. In small doses it can be helpful. It can protect us from danger, and focus our attention on problems. However, when it is too severe, or occurs too frequently, it can be debilitating (clue: might occur if stressed or in fear)
Anxiety
Depression tends to sap a person's _________.
So it is important to get ______ and stay ________.
Energy, active/active
Name 2professionals tht provide support in the FPH
What is a recreation therapist, psychologist, occupational therapist, physiotherapist , nursing...
True or False: medication is the only treatment method that works for mental health problems.
False: medication can be helpful, but therapy and counseling are also effective forms of overcoming mental illness.
This daytime talk show host and voice of an animated forgetful fish has opened up about her struggles with depression
Ellen DeGeneres
This is a common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think and how you act. Common symptoms include: loss of interest in enjoyable activities, change in appetite, sleep disturbances, loss of energy, thoughts of death and suicide
Depression
What are some ways to deal with stress?
Take care of your body. Take deep breaths, stretch, or meditate. Try to eat healthy, well-balanced meals.
After obtaining a degree in medicine, this professional will evaluate a patient’s mental condition along with their physical condition. In most states, they are allowed to prescribe medication.
What is a Psychiatrist
What are two things that can promote positive mental health?
Exercise, mindfulness, positive friendships, talking about your problems, having an outlet for anger and frustration, getting enough sleep, eating healthy...??
This Olympic swimmer was diagnosed with ADHD at age 9 which made it hard for him to concentrate in school
Michael Phelps
These symptoms are brief but overwhelming. The intensity of this symptom can go beyond normal limits. Common experiences include: fear that they are having a heart attack, breathing difficulties, sweating or they are dying
Panic attacks
Negative thinking is a defining feature of depression. Positive experiences are minimized, while negative ones are magnified. Expressing three good things from your day is a coping strategy known as ________
Gratitude
These professionals typically obtain a Ph.D. and aid people with cognitive, emotional, and social needs. They observe, interpret, and record how people relate to one another and their environments.
What is a Psychologist
True or false: all stress is bad.
False. Some stress can be motivating and is a natural reaction your body has to certain events. It can sometimes give us an "extra push". When stress becomes too much to handle, that might be an indication to start making some positive mental health changes
This classical composer was diagnosed with a serious case of Bipolar disorder - which is characterized by periods of extreme highs and extreme lows.
Beethoven
This is one of the tools your body uses to protect you from danger. When you feel threatened, this automatic response is triggered and several physiological changes occur
Fight-or-flight response
This is the practice of focusing the mind to achieve a mentally clear and emotionally calm state.
What is meditation
The main function of this professional is to aid in problem-solving and promote social change. They work with people to enhance their ability to function in society.
What is a Social Worker
Name 3 things you can do to help a friend who thinks they may have a mental health problem.
Listen to them, spend time with them, encourage them to seek help, help them make appointments/go with them. If it is serious then tell someone else
This female superstar who is married to Jay-Z has struggled with depression
Beyonce
This disorder is a combination of a manic phase (sudden onset of exhilaration and excessive good mood), and a depressive phase (feelings of worthlessness, hopelessness, and sadness)
Bi-Polar
This is a simple technique that is excellent for managing emotions. Not only is it effective, but is also discreet and easy to use at any time and any place.
Deep Breathing
Working under the supervision of a medical doctor, these professionals are able to perform psychological therapies, administer psychiatric medication, and day to day care, goal setting
What is a Psychiatric Nurse
Give the definition of positive mental health
A positive mental attitude is a philosophy that having an optimistic disposition in every situation in one's life attracts positive changes and increases achievement.
A positive mental attitude is a belief that one can increase achievement through optimistic thought processes.
Positive thinking is a process of choosing positive emotions. The objective is to create an outlook that translates into a new or better-chosen reality
This 16th president of the United States suffered from depression and anxiety attacks
Abraham Lincoln