VOCAB
What is SUICIDE?
The intentional taking of one's own life.
Where could someone go to get help for mental illness?
Online resources, Counselors, family/parent, teacher, friend, etc.
True or False: Having depression is a choice and/or not as severe as other physical ailments.
FALSE! Depression is a real illness like cancer or other serious diseases.
What mental illness is strongly correlated to suicide?
Depression
True or False: Life is best when there is no stress involved whatsoever.
FALSE! "No Stress" can be a negative thing. Stress can motivate us to grow or succeed. We may not perform our bests if we never experienced stress.
What is ANXIETY?
The feeling of fear + worry about things that might or could happen. Thinking constantly about the "what if's".
What are some strategies for dealing effectively with Anxiety?
Exercise, get enough sleep, eat well, meditate, etc.
What is clinical depression?
When individuals experience at least 5 out of the 7 symptoms of depression for at least 2 weeks. They also experience repetitive depressive episodes. Must be diagnosed by a doctor.
What is an example of a verbal sign of suicide?
“I WISH I WERE DEAD”
“NOBODY NEEDS ME”
“PEOPLE WOULD BE BETTER OFF WITHOUT ME”
“I JUST CAN’T GO ON LIVING ANYMORE”
“I’M GOING TO KILL MYSELF”
What is Distress?
Distress is the negative form of stress. It causes you to feel worried, uptight, uncomfortable, and could cause illness.
What is the purpose of our EMOTIONS?
What is Schizophrenia?
Schizophrenia is a serious mental disorder in which people interpret reality abnormally. Schizophrenia may result in some combination of hallucinations, delusions, and extremely disordered thinking and behavior that impairs daily functioning, and can be disabling.
What is the difference between feeling depressed and having depression?
Depression is a long term mental health disorder, feeling depressed is a short term emotion
What are 3 behavioral signs of suicide?
ALCOHOL OR DRUG USE, EXTREME CHANGES IN MOOD AND BEHAVIOR, UNEXPLAINED CRYING, FEELINGS OF GUILT, QUITTING SPORTS TEAMS OR SOCIAL CLUBS, or SOCIAL ISOLATION
What is EUSTRESS? Give an example of when you might feel it.
Eustress is the positive form of stress. It can cause good feelings of excitement and motivation. It can also peak your performance.
Ex: Right before you perform on stage, before a basketball championship game, or a competition.
A natural reaction as a result of a challenging stressor or stimulus. The reaction typically manifests as strain, tension and worry.
What Bipolar Disorder?
What are some treatments/ways of coping with depression?
Therapy, medication, behavioral activation, relaxation skills, increase positive brain chemicals, manage thoughts, social contact, etc.
If someone you know is considering suicide, what is the MOST important thing you should do?
Validate their feelings, but GET THEM HELP! Don't keep secrets, tell a parent or trusted adult.
Explain the Moto "Time out, Workout, Reach out" and what does this help with?
Time out: Take a break to do something you love
Workout: Be physically active
Reach out: Connect with others
ALL WAYS TO REDUCE STRESS
What does Q.P.R. stand for?
Question. Persuade. Refer.
Helps Suicide Prevention
Why is it important to learn about various mental illnesses?
It helps us to be more considerate of those who are struggling around us. It can also help us to recognize if we exhibiting any symptoms within ourselves and know how to help ourselves.
What are the 7 symptoms of depression?
Flat emotions, irritability, changes in sleep patterns, changes in appetite, loss of interest in things you once loved, isolation, negative thoughts
Why is it important to talk to someone early on if you or someone you know is struggling with mental illness?
What is the difference between stress and anxiety?
Stress = Strain, tension and worry created by a real stressor or stimulus
Anxiety = Fear and worry created by thoughts centered around what might or could happen