Anti-Stressors
This type of physical activity is known to keep you fit while also stimulating the mind
What is exercise?
This age group has the highest rates of suicide?
What are older adults
This is a very common condition that involves hearing voices
What is schizophrenia?
This is a professional who you can talk to to discuss your feelings. They offer ways for you to process emotions and situations in your life
What is a therapist or a counselor?
This is characterized by a lack of social connection. This is a huge risk factor for poor mental and physical health
What is isolation?
This ancient practice combines physical postures, breathing exercises and meditation
1 in __ Us adults are living with a mental illness
What is 5
This disorder involves a feeling of worry and or nervousness and can interfere with daily life
What is anxiety?
This is a simple yet effective that is commonly used and can be discreetly used in any space. It involves your lungs
What is deep breathing/belly breathing?
Affirming an individuals experiences and emotions. When someone is struggling, they are not looking for answers but instead comfort
What is validation?
This common practice involves writing down thoughts and feelings in order to cope
What is journaling?
____ is the leading disability worldwide
What is depression?
This disorder comes from experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event
What is PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder)
This mindfulness technique involves taking time to be appreciative of life, experiences, people, etc that are meaningful to you
What is practicing gratitude or thankfulness?
These are examples of stigmatizing language around mental health and substance use. Using terms like this can decrease someone's likelihood to share or seek treatment
What are the terms "crazy" "coocoo" "psycho"
This beverage often served hot is made using multiple herbs and has a soothing essence to it
What is tea?
According to the NIH ___% of older adults report engaging in high risk drinking
What is 65%
What are panic attacks?
What is mindfulness or grounding?
It is important to be _______ when supporting others in our lives
What is non judgemental?
What is time management
The average time frame between when someone begins experiencing mental health symptoms and when they start seeking treatment
What is 11 years?
This disorder is a combination of different mood changes
What is bipolar disorder?
True or false: Medication is the only form of treatment that works for mental health problems
False: A combination of medication and counseling works best for mental health problems
When someone is feelings down a simple action of listening without distraction can help them feel understood
What is active listening?