coping skills
slime is an example of what type of sensory activity?
touch/tactile
This actor died by suicide, after a long career as a comedian. Many never knew. He was in the movie Jumanji.
Robin Williams
what does vitamin K do for your body?
aids in the blood clotting factor
true or false: major depressive disorder is more prevalent in men
false (women)
What are 3 symptoms of depression?
loss of interest in enjoyable activities, change in appetite, sleep disturbances, loss of energy, social isolation, harmful thoughts.
this coping technique involves bringing you back to the "here and now".
grounding/mindfulness
This actor is married to Blake Lively. He produced the movie Deadpool. He suffers from anxiety.
Ryan Reynolds
when we exercise, our bodies release ______ which help to lift our mood.
endorphins
what are some negative impacts of using marijuana?
lack of motivation, increased appetite leading to weight gain, drug induced psychosis, illegal(legal charges), etc.
This symptom of anxiety has the patient shaking with racing thoughts, sweaty palms, and a fast heart rate.
Panic attack
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
who is the pop singer who recently became an advocate for mental health, after they struggled with their own mental illness. They sing the song "Dancing with the devil".
Demi Lovato
Another term for things you do to promote good sleep.
sleep hygiene
what percentage of people diagnosed with depression are treated effectively and return to their usual daily lives?
80-90%
This symptom can particularly negatively impact your relationships and social life.
isolation/withdrawal
What is proprioception?
BONUS 100 points: what is a proprioception activity that you can do to organize and calm your body?
it tells you where your body is in space, proprioception activities involve deep pressure.
bonus:weighted blanket, any heavy work activity, chair push ups
This female comedian had her sitcom cancelled when she came out as being homosexual on TV. She loves to dance.
Ellen DeGeneres
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
how long does it take the average American to seek help for depression or anxiety?
10 years
sometimes people lean on a negative coping skill to help their depression such as drugs and alcohol, which can lead to_______
substance use disorder/addiction
What type of coping skills improve communication or build healthy relationships?
interpersonal effectiveness skills (DEAR MAN, GIVE, THINK, I statements)
This buff man suffers from depression. He started in the celebrity world as a WWE wrestler. He is now focused on his acting career.
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson
what 3 chemicals are involved with depression?
norepinephrine, serotonin, and dopamine
your body needs to build a tolerance to balance the chemicals.
name 2 diagnoses under the category of "anxiety"
OCD, GAD, social anxiety disorder, panic disorder, etc.