Name That Disorder
Persistent and excessive worry occurring more days than not, often accompanied by irritability, muscle tension, and difficulty controlling the worry.
What is Generalized Anxiety Disorder?
True or False: Depression is just feeling sad.
False. Depression is a mental health disorder with symptoms like fatigue, hopelessness, and loss of interest—not just sadness.
What is the first step in the 12 steps of recovery?
Admitting you are powerless over your addiction and that your life has become unmanageable.
“Addiction is a choice.”
Myth. Addiction is a disease that affects brain chemistry and behavior.
How much water should the average adult drink daily?
About 8 cups (64 ounces), though individual needs may vary.
A mood disorder characterized by at least two weeks of low mood or apathy, accompanied by changes in appetite, sleep, and difficulty experiencing pleasure.
What is Major Depressive Disorder?
Name a symptom of anxiety.
Racing heart, excessive worry, restlessness, difficulty concentrating, or trouble sleeping.
True or False: Recovery looks the same for everyone.
False. Recovery is unique to each person and can involve different pathways.
“You can’t recover unless you hit rock bottom.”
Myth. Recovery can begin at any time; waiting for "rock bottom" is dangerous.
Name a healthy bedtime routine.
Examples: Turning off screens, reading, setting a regular sleep time, or using relaxation techniques.
A trauma-related disorder involving intrusive thoughts, hypervigilance, emotional numbing, and avoidance of trauma reminders.
What is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?
What’s one benefit of therapy or counseling?
It provides emotional support, teaches coping strategies, and helps manage symptoms.
What does the acronym “HALT” stand for?
Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired. These are common triggers to be aware of.
“Mental illness is rare.”
Myth. Mental illness is common—1 in 5 adults in the U.S. experiences it each year.
Why is nutrition important for recovery?
It helps heal the body, stabilize mood, and improve energy levels.
A severe and chronic mental illness involving hallucinations, disorganized thinking, delusional beliefs, and impaired social or occupational functioning.
What is Schizophrenia?
Name two ways to practice self-care.
Examples: Taking a walk, journaling, setting boundaries, meditation, taking a bath, or getting enough sleep.
Name 2 benefits of attending support groups like NA or AA.
Peer support, accountability, shared experiences, sense of community, and structure.
“You can’t be addicted to a prescribed medication.”
Myth. Prescription drugs can be addictive, especially when misused.
How can exercise benefit mental health?
It boosts mood, reduces stress and anxiety, and improves sleep.
Marked by intense fear of abandonment, identity disturbance, affective instability, and impulsivity, this disorder may include transient dissociative symptoms and chronic feelings of emptiness.
What is Borderline Personality Disorder?
What’s the difference between a psychiatrist and a therapist?
A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who can prescribe medication. A therapist provides talk therapy but cannot prescribe meds.
Explain the difference between abstinence and recovery.
Abstinence is avoiding substances. Recovery includes building a meaningful life and addressing emotional and behavioral issues.
“If someone relapses, they’ve failed.”
Myth. Relapse can be a part of recovery and a chance to learn and strengthen the plan.
What is one small habit that could improve your mood?
Examples: Practicing gratitude, getting sunlight, journaling, or engaging in a hobby.