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Let's Be Real!... (myth or fact)
Would you look at that? (Signs and Symptoms)
Treatment
Help a brother out
Random Facts
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Depression is just another word for sadness and emotional downs that can be expected in life. Myth of Fact
False. Depression can be a chronic mental illness. Depression is a mood disorder that lasts for several days or several week. Depression causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest that lasts for There is a difference between having bad day, feeling blue or situational depression. it affects how you feel, think and behave and can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems
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This disorder is characterized by excessive worry, fears. May experience sweating, racing heart and feeling like you cant breath
Anxiety Disorder
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Name three ways you can reduce unhealthy stress and improve your mood or reduce negative emotions…
physical activity like exercise Talk to someone get enough sleep Do something that you enjoy Pay attention to your thinking Do relaxation exercises
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It is helpful to tell a depressed friend "it could be a lot worse, or " you should just get over it." True or False
No. Remember a depression is not an illness of strength/weakness. There are many factors that cause depression, some even the person impacted may not be understood. 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.
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What does the term mental health mean?
Making sure you have balance in your life. It is just as important to make sure you are emotionally well as you are physically well. Striking a balance in all aspects of your life—social, physical, spiritual, economic, mental.
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Who is more affected by depression, men or women?
Depression is so common in the general population that both men and women are likely to become depressed at some point. However, the prevalence of depression is twice as common for women as it is for men..
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Not all anxiety is bad, some anxiety can be motivating and/or exciting…. Give one example of a situation where you might experience healthy stress.
playing a sports game riding a roller coster or other phone or exciting thing
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A medical doctor who specializes in treating mental and emotional disorders is a(n) a. oncologist. b. psychoanalyst. c. psychologist. d. psychiatrist.
psychiatrist.
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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.
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Anorexia is the most common eating disorder?
Binge eating disorder (or compulsive over eating) is the most common, followed by bulimia, and anorexia is the least common. Bulimia can be life threatening because purging and over exercising can both lead to heart failure. Anorexia can also be life threatening
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What percentage of youth in the US suffer from depression
ANSWER: around 20% of teenagers have some symptoms of depression at any one time. As many as 8.3 percent of teens suffer depression for at least a year at a time, compared to about 5.3 percent of the general population
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What are 2 causes of depression?
hormones stress grief and loss genetics thinking unhealthy lifestyle season change
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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.
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What does the term mental health “Stigma” refers to:
There continues to be a stigma associated with mental illness that contributes to feelings of shame and guilt and thereby prevents people from asking for help
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Caffeine helps you be productive and get more out of your day. It can wake you up when you are stressed and tired and keep you going
False. Caffeine can actually increase anxiety and interfere with sleep cycles. Having too much caffeine will eventually catch up to you in a bad way. Watch out for hidden sources of caffeine, such as soft drinks like Mountain Dew, chocolate, and chai lattes.
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If a friend is cutting or self harming, it means they are suicidal. Fact or Fiction
Self-harm is when people deliberately hurt themselves. It is not necessarily a suicide attempt, and may not mean the person wants to die. Self-harm includes deliberately cutting, burning, biting and hitting your body. The reasons why a person self-harms can differ, but they may be doing so to change how they are feeling when they are depressed or angry, or because they are frustrated or don’t know what else to do.
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Eating disorders only affect women? True or False
False: men develop eating disorders, too, though in smaller numbers than women
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Name 3 places/people you can go to talk to if you are having a hard time or think you might have a mental health problem
Teacher counselor school nurse parents trusted friend
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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
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Teens need about 6-7 hours of sleep a night? True or False
False. Teens actually need 8 to 9 hours of sleep a night yet most teens barely get 7 or 8! A lack of sleep seriously impacts our mood and our ability to think and learn! We are more cranky and frustrated plus it’s harder to pay attention in school. You will feel better if you get more sleep, so try to make getting enough sleep a priority!
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Pot relaxes you, so it is good for treating anxiety and depression?
although there is no clear connection between the use of marijuana and becoming depressed, some studies have shown a correlation in marijuana use and diagnosed depression. Many factors can cause depression, and it is possible for those feeling depressed to use marijuana in an attempt to null their negative feelings and emotions. It may also be possible for a person to appear depressed whilst on marijuana, because of the dulling effects of the drug.
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Name 3 signs that a person could be suicidal
direct suicide threats such as “I want to die,” or indirect threats such as “You would be better off without me”/ personality changes or withdrawn behavior/ hoarding medication/ giving away prized possessions/ lack of interest in future plans/ isolation from friends and colleagues/ depression/
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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. Think about if you would want friend or family member to tell you if they were depressed. Would you judge them?
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Is seeing a therapist, just like talking to a friend or family member about my problems? True or False
False : Although talking to a friend about your problems can be helpful. It is different than seeing a therapist. A therapist is able to help you see blind spots, see patterns and is not biased
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What are emotions?
Signals that tell your mind and body how to react. Emotions are very important. They help us make decisions and problem solve situation