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Let's Be Real!... (myth or fact)
Would you look at that? (Signs and Symptoms)
Treatment
Situations that Arise
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Kids diagnosed with a Mental Health Disorder can completely recover from mental illness.
True- However it depends on the type of treatment , the onset, their environment, and so many other factors. Approximately 1 in 5 adolescents between the ages of 15 and 24 report a mental disorder, substance abuse or learning disability.
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This disorder is a combination of a a sudden onset of exhilaration and excessive good mood and then feelings of worthlessness, hopelessness, and prolonged sadness.
Bi-Polar Disorder In younger children, it can be many diagnoses ( ADHD, ODD, Autism)because they may not be able to verbalize their feelings easily. Instead, they act out behaviorally. You have to take into consideration all characteristics and their history of behaviors.
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 and you don't have any advice to give them?
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.
200
People with mental illnesses will not get better
Myth. Once diagnosed, mental illness is treatable. While it is not usually “cured”, it can be effectively managed. Most people with mental disorders live productive and positive lives while receiving treatments for their mental illness.
200
Name 4 symptoms of Depression
Feeling lost or alone. Fatigue or loss of energy. Feelings of sadness – crying for no apparent reason Inability to concentrate or make decisions Trouble sleeping. Stomach aches/ headaches Boredom.
200
Name 3 things students can do if they are having a hard time at school.
Ask for an On-call. Ask for a voluntary time out. Discuss with their families Use their taught coping skills. Outside resources are also useful!
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.
300
Mental disorders are a consequence of bad parenting or personal weakness.
Myth. The main risk factors for mental illness are not bad parenting or personal weakness but rather genetics, severe and prolonged stress (such as physical or sexual abuse), or other environmental influences, and brain chemistry.
300
This disorder is characterized by frequent absences Refusal to join in any social activities. Physical complaints. Guarded behavior. Acting out behavior (self or others)
Anxiety
300
True or false- Medication is the Primary 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. It is important for the student to take their prescribed medication but it won't help if we don't know how to work with their behaviors and what drives the behaviors.
300
True/ False- If you find the right words to say and spend enough time with them, you can cause your friend to get better when they are experiencing a mental health issue.
False. Temporarily you can make them feel better, but if there is an underlying cause making them feel bad, you can't fix it on your own. Encourage your friends to seek professional help.
400
If someone in your family has a mental illness, you are more likely to develop one as well.
Fact. Although you will not necessarily develop any kind of mental illness, if someone in your family has a mental disorder you will be at higher risk. The saying goes- the apple doesn't fall far from the tree. Genetics and the environmental factors are good predictors.
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Adult -like pattern of intelligence combined with social/ communication deficits. Isolated from peers. Rote memory usually good. Clumsy or awkward. Pre- occupation with a topic of interest for them. Sensitive to stimuli - ( touch, smell, noise, or change) Victim of bullying so they might rebel or isolate.
Describe 4 characteristics of Asperger's Syndrome
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Make sure you don't get into power struggles. The work is at the appropriate level base don their ability. Keep your negative comments to self. Stay Calm. Refrain from sarcasm. Establish clear rules and be consistent. Give student options not bribes.
How to work with Conduct Disordered students and Oppositional Defiant Students. Keep in mind each student is different in the degree of their behaviors and mental health illness.
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
500
Asking someone directly about suicide will increase their risk of suicide.
Myth- Asking will actually alleviate some anxiety, open communication, and lower the risk of acting out behaviors. That being said, you must take all threats seriously. Suicide is the third leading cause of death in youth ages 10-24
500
Looks confused. Trouble listening even when looking at you Fidgets. Makes mistakes. Trouble taking turns. Interrupts. Sits quietly. Failure to finish work
Name 4 signs that a student could have ADD
500
What do we do when a student refuses to do work and puts down their head after cursing you out.
Ask the student initially, if they need an on-call. Offer a voluntary time out. Call for a fly by or an required if they are disruptive and refuse other interventions.
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