FILL IN THE BLANKS
Social isolation, past experiences or sense of powerlessness refers to ______.
Ans: Paranoia
A mood disorder that causes feelings of severe hopelessness and sadness. A state of unhappiness that lasts for a long time.
Ans: Depression
There are 3 levels of prevention. Level 1: Primary Prevention. Level 2: Secondary Prevention. What is Level 3 called?
Ans: Tertiary Prevention
How can you manage anxiety? Name 2 techniques.
Ans (any 2):
- Routine
- Talk
- Deep breathing
- Mindfulness
List a method to take care of your mental health.
Ans (any 1):
- Identifying coping strategies
- Talking to someone you trust
- Reach out for help if you need it
A need to perform rituals and a preoccupation with order or cleanliness are characteristics of __________.
Ans: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Characterized by constant worry, restlessness, and trouble with concentration that interferes with daily life.
Ans: Anxiety
What is primary prevention?
Ans: This level of prevention aims at reducing the incidence of mental disorders within the population
What is the name of the activity that you need to do for 30 minutes, 3 times per week, which can greatly improve your overall mental and physical well-being?
Ans: Exercise
For self care, name 3 trusted people you can talk with.
Ans (any 3):
- Friends
- Family members
- Significant other
- Therapist
- Teacher/Adviser/Mentor
Hallucinations and delusions are characteristics of __________.
Ans: Schizophrenia
A psychiatric disorder that occurs in people who have experienced or witnessed a traumatic event (eg. natural disasters, accidents, etc).
Ans: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
A state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress
Ans: Burnout
What is it called when you understand another person's thoughts, feelings and experience by putting yourself in their shoes?
Ans: Empathy
Name 3 hobbies you can do for self-care?
Ideal Answers:
- Reading
- Positive affirmations
- Take a shower/bath
- Watch TV
- Taking breaks
- Yoga/Meditation
- Doing a puzzle
Causes extreme mood swings that include emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression) is called _______.
Ans: Bipolar Disorder/Manic Depression
An eating disorder characterized by an abnormally low body weight, an intense fear of gaining weight and a distorted perception of weight.
Ans: Anorexia
True or False? Mental illness is a result of personal weakness in character.
Ans: False, Mental illness is not a result of personal weakness. Instead, mental illnesses are caused by a combination of biological (e.g., family history of mental illness), psychological (e.g., severe and prolonged stress or abuse), environmental (e.g., birth trauma or head injury), or social (e.g., loss of loved one or unemployment) factors.
It is important to motivate yourself. Share with at least 5 lines that boosts self-motivation.
Ideal Answers:
- “You’re having a rough time, but you’ll make it through.”
- “Don't lose hope!"
- “There will be a light at the end of the tunnel."
- “You are stronger than you think! Don't give up!"
- “Your hardwork will pay off!"
- "I am proud of you."
- “You’re trying hard, and you’re doing your best.”
Adults need 8 hours of this each day
Ans: Sleep
A neurodevelopmental disorder that includes difficulties in paying attention, hyperactivity & impulsivity is called _________.
Ans: Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
There are 6 most common types of mental disorders. Name at least 4.
Ans (any 4):
- Anxiety disorders
- Personality disorders
- Eating Disorders
- Mood Disorders
- Psychotic Disorders
- Substance abuse
True or False? People with mental health problems are violent and unpredictable.
Ans: The vast majority of people with mental health problems are no more likely to be violent than anyone else. Most people with mental illness are not violent and only 3%–5% of violent acts can be attributed to individuals living with a serious mental illness.
Recommend one cognitive grounding technique.
Ans (any 1)
- Memory games
- Distraction through music, watching TV, or drawing
- Talking to a friend or loved one
- Playing with or simply interacting with a pet
Why should you practice self care?
Ideal answers:
- Reduces anxiety and depression
- Reduces stress
- Improves concentration
- Minimizes frustration and anger
- Increases happiness & energy