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Let's Be Real! (true/false)
Would you look at that? (Signs and Symptoms)
Treatment
Get by with a little help from my friends
Name that Disorder
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Mental Disorders are rare
False. Approximately 1 in 5 adolescents between the ages of 15 and 24 report a mental disorder, substance abuse or learning disability.
100
This disorder is marked by extreme mood changes, energy levels and behavior. A combination of a manic phase (a sudden onset of exhilaration and excessive good mood), and a depressive phase (feelings of worthlessness, hopelessness, and prolonged sadness).
Bi-Polar Disorder
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 BUT 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.
100
A strong, irrational fear of something specific, such as heights or social situations
Phobia
200
People with mental illnesses will not get better
False. 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
feelings of despair and hopelessness feeling detached from life and those around you continued fatigue or loss of energy feelings of sadness – crying for no apparent reason inability to concentrate or make decisions thoughts of suicide changes in eating or sleeping patterns persistent or recurring headaches or frequent gastrointestinal upsets Losing interest in activities that are enjoyed
Depression
200
Name 3 people you can talk to if you are having a hard time or think you might have a mental health problem.
School Nurse, Personal Counselor, friends, teacher, doctor, Parents
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
Attacks of sudden, unexplained feelings of terror. (symptoms include trembling, increased heart rate, shortness of breath, dizziness)
Panic Disorder
300
Mental disorders are a consequence of bad parenting or personal weakness.
false. 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
Hallucinations delusions unpredictable behavior loss of contact with reality
Schizophrenia
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
The heading words for this category are lyrics from a song by what famous 4-man band? (Ms. Ford has a tattoo of them on her back...)
The Beatles!!!!!! My favorite band ever
300
Exaggerated worry and tension for no reason. People with this startle easily and have difficulty concentrating, relaxing and sleeping.
GAD (Generalized Anxiety Disorder)
400
If someone in your family has a mental illness, you are more likely to develop one as well.
true. Although you will not necessarily develop a mental illness, if someone in your family has a mental disorder you will be at higher risk. So, if you start to experience the symptoms of a mental disorder it will be important for you to see a health provider as soon as possible to determine if you have a problem that will require treatment. Your future kids will appreciate it ;)
400
patterns of behavior in which the rights of others or basic social rules are violated
conduct disorder
400
True of false- you need to know how to explain your feelings before you talk to a counselor.
False. Counselors may ask you questions to help you figure out what you're experiencing. They are there to listen to whatever is troubling you, and you can open up to them at a pace that you are comfortable with. Tip: if you feel like you might get nervous and freeze up, it often helps to write things down before your appointment. This also helps you to organize your thoughts and put things in perspective.
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
Caused after exposure to a terrifying event. Symptoms include flashbacks, nightmares, emotional numbness, guilt, sleeplessness and problems concentrating
PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder)
500
Males attempt suicide more often than females do.
false. Females attempt approximately 4 times as often. However, males have a higher rate of death. This is because men tend to use more violent methods.
500
anorexia nervosa bulimia nervose binge eating unhealthy weight loss/death
Eating disorder
500
the ability to understand and share the feelings of another
Empathy
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 will feel worse if you don't come talk to them if you need help/ need to talk. They are your friends for a reason, and they don't want you to feel bad! don't be afraid to talk about it!
500
Persistent thoughts, fears, or urges leading to uncontrollable repetitive behaviors.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder