Mental Health Symptoms
What is a common symptom of depression?
Persistent sadness or loss of interest.
Name one healthy way to manage stress.
Deep breathing, walking, or listening to music.
What mental health disorder is characterized by persistent difficulty paying attention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity that can interfere with daily functioning?
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
What emotion might someone experience when they feel threatened or unsafe?
Fear or anxiety.
Who can someone talk to when struggling with their mental health?
A counselor, therapist, doctor, or trusted support person.
What is excessive worrying that is difficult to control commonly associated with?
Anxiety.
What is the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique used for?
Managing anxiety and reconnecting with the present moment.
What condition can involve recurrent panic attacks?
Panic disorder.
What does social withdrawal mean?
Avoiding or reducing interactions with other people.
What does it mean to practice self-care?
Taking steps to support physical, emotional, and mental well-being.
What is it called when someone has difficulty distinguishing what is real from what is not?
A possible psychotic symptom.
What is one healthy way to respond when feeling angry?
Take a break, breathe, and calm down before responding.
What mental health disorder is characterized by recurring, unwanted traumatic memories, nightmares, flashbacks, and heightened alertness following a traumatic experience?
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
What is emotional regulation?
The ability to recognize and manage emotional responses.
Why is taking prescribed medication as directed important?
It helps support safe and consistent treatment.
What are two common symptoms of a manic episode?
Increased energy and decreased need for sleep.
What can someone do when negative thoughts become overwhelming?
Challenge the thoughts, journal, or talk to a trusted person.
What condition can involve alternating episodes of mania or hypomania and depression?
Bipolar disorder.
What is one possible sign that someone is becoming emotionally overwhelmed?
Irritability, difficulty concentrating, or feeling unable to cope.
What should you do if a friend talks about wanting to hurt themselves?
Take it seriously, listen without judgment, and connect them with immediate professional or crisis support.
What is a symptom where someone repeatedly experiences unwanted thoughts or feels compelled to repeat behaviors?
Obsessions and compulsions.
Why is creating a daily routine helpful for mental health?
It provides structure, stability, and consistency.
What condition may involve hallucinations, delusions, and disorganized thinking?
Schizophrenia or another psychotic disorder.
What is the difference between an emotion and a behavior?
An emotion is a feeling; a behavior is an action or response.
What is one way to reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness?
Use respectful language, educate others, and treat people with empathy.