Let's Be Real!... (myth or fact)
Would you look at that? (Signs and Symptoms)
Treatment
Help a brother out
Celebrities w/ mental illnesses
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Myth or Fact: Mental Health Issues are common
Fact: Approximately 1 in 5 people between the ages of 15 and 24 report a mental disorder
100
People with this disorder frequently have intense, excessive and persistent worry and fear about everyday situations.
Anxiety
100
True or False- admitting that something is wrong is giving up on yourself.
FALSE. Admitting you are having problems is often very hard to do, and asking for help is a sign of strength and willingness to work through what you are experiencing.
100
Are you helping your friend if they come talk to you?
Yes. By being open and letting them vent about what's going on, you are helping to alleviate their stress and get things off of their chest. You are not a professional (or maybe you are, who knows), and you can't expect to have all the answers. Sometimes just listening is all they need.
100
This model and Keeping Up with the Kardashians star suffers from anxiety
Kendall Jenner
200
Myth or Fact: People with mental health problems are violent and unpredictable.
Myth: The vast majority of people with mental health problems are no more likely to be violent than anyone else.
200
This disorder affects how you feel, think and behave and can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems. You may have trouble doing normal day-to-day activities, and sometimes you may feel as if life isn't worth living.
Depression
200
Name three people- other than friends-that you can go to talk to if you are having a hard time or think you might have a mental health problem.
Counselor, teacher, doctor, therapist, principal, trusted adult, etc.
200
True of false- If your friend tells you that they are going to harm themselves and they make you promise to keep it a secret, you should always respect their wishes and keep it a secret.
False. If you are concerned for their safety, tell someone. Talk to someone who can help. It is better to have a friend who is alive and mad at you than to lose a friend. If you think they are serious about attempting suicide, do not be afraid to call 911.
200
This "Sorry Not Sorry" singer suffers from Bipolar disorder.
Demi Lovato
300
Myth or Fact: Children don't experience mental health problems.
Myth: Even very young children may show early warning signs of mental health concerns. These mental health problems are often clinically diagnosable, and can be a product of the interaction of biological, psychological, and social factors.
300
This disorder is characterized by depression and anxiety as well as flashbacks. It is common among victims of crimes and people in the military.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
300
True or false- Medication is the only treatment method that works for mental health problems.
False. Medication can be helpful, and is sometimes necessary depending on the severity of the issue, but other methods such as therapy and counselling can also be very helpful. Talk to a doctor about all of your different options.
300
True/False: School Counselors are not trained to deal with mental health concerns.
False: School counselors all hold masters level degrees in counseling.
300
This Jumaji star and former WWE star suffers from depression.
Dwayne Johnson "The Rock"
400
Myth or Fact: People with mental health needs, even those who are managing their mental illness, cannot tolerate the stress of holding down a job.
Myth: People with mental health problems are just as productive as other employees. Employers who hire people with mental health problems report good attendance and punctuality as well as motivation, good work, and job tenure on par with or greater than other employees.
400
Name 2 disorders that are characterized by serious and often fatal illnesses that cause severe disturbances to a person’s eating behaviors.
Bulimia & Anorexia
400
True of false- school counselors have to tell your parents what is discussed in a counseling session.
False. School counselors are there to listen to whatever is troubling you. They only have to report what you say if you discuss harming yourself, harming someone else, illegal activity, or abuse.
400
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, go with them to appointments/ help them make appointments, show them that you care :), if it is serious tell someone, don't judge, ask someone for advice
400
This "Bad Romance" singer and Oscar nominated actress suffers from PTSD.
Lady Gaga
500
Myth or Fact: Personality weakness or character flaws cause mental health problems. People with mental health problems can snap out of it if they try hard enough.
Myth:
Mental health problems have nothing to do with being lazy or weak and many people need help to get better. Many factors contribute to mental health problems, including:
- Biological factors, such as genes, physical illness, injury, or brain chemistry
- Life experiences, such as trauma or a history of abuse
- Family history of mental health problems
500
This is a chronic and severe mental disorder that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves. People with this disorder may seem like they have lost touch with reality.
Schizophrenia
500
Which phone line can you call or text to reach out for help?
Suicide Hot Line: 1-800-273-8255
500
Name 3 reason why people hesitate to get help
They don't want to "burden anyone else with their problems", it is hard to talk about, it makes them feel vulnerable, fear of being judged, stigma, don't know who to tell, don't think the problem is "serious enough", asking for help is "giving up", no resources available Facts: Your friends (and your don) will feel worse if you don't come talk to them if you need help/ need to talk. They are your friends (and your don) for a reason, and they don't want you to feel bad! don't be afraid to talk about it!
500
This Billionaire author of the Wizarding World series suffers from depression
J.K. Rowling