TRUE OR FALSE
TRUE OR FALSE: Feeling anxious before a big test or presentation is a sign of a serious anxiety disorder.
False
This term refers to a mental health condition characterized by excessive worry or fear about everyday situations. What is this condition?
Anxiety disorder
This is something you can create or do to help yourself feel calm - like listen to music, draw/art, use fidgets, or count to 10.
Coping Skills
This coping strategy involves breaking a large, overwhelming task into smaller, manageable steps.
Problem-solving
Which diagnosis is most commonly oversimplified or misrepresented on TikTok?
A. Depression
B. ADHD
C. Panic Disorder
D. Bipolar Disorder
B. ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder)
TRUE OR FALSE: Scoring high on the Mental Health Screen typically indicates a serious mental health condition.
False - a high score indicates the need for further evaluation, but does not diagnose a condition.
This is one of the most common symptoms linked to stress.
Fatigue/exhaustion or headaches
This school staff member will typically be the first point of contact for students who are looking for assistance with their schedules, academic support, mental health support, or college/post graduate support.
School Counselor
Replacing the thought of "I'm going to fail this test" with "I studied and will do my best" is an example of this coping skill.
Positive self-talk
TRUE OR FALSE: A review of 500 TikTok videos using the hashtags #mentalhealthtips and #mentalhealthadvice found that less than half contained misleading or inaccurate information.
False - More than half (70%) of the videos had inaccurate information. 14% of the information was damaging, and 9% of the people making the videos had relevant qualifications.
TRUE OR FALSE: Mental health and mental illness are the same thing.
False - mental health is an everyday spectrum of overall well-being. Mental illness refers to specific, diagnosed medical conditions that significantly impair functioning.
This disorder is characterized by intrusive, unwanted thoughts and repetitive behaviors aimed at reducing anxiety.
OCD - Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
What is the three-digit National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline number?
988
This coping strategy helps reduce rumination and overwhelming emotion by deliberately focusing on immediate sensory experiences, such as sights, sounds, or physical sensations.
Grounding techniques
Which statement best explains why mental health misinformation feels convincing on TikTok?
A. It uses professional language
B. It matches personal experiences
C. It is peer-reviewed
D. It is regulated by health agencies
B. It matches personal experiences
TRUE OR FALSE: In the United States, experiencing a mental health condition is more common than being diagnosed with a chronic physical illness (diabetes or heart disease).
True - mental health conditions (about 23%), chronic illness (about 14%)
This hormone is released by the adrenal glands during a stressful situation - often called the "fight-or-flight" hormone.
Adrenaline
This confidential text line lets teens text with a trained crisis counselor. (*HINT - texting only)
Crisis Text Line (text "HELLO" to 741741)
Instead of trying to eliminate a negative thought, this coping strategy teaches individuals to notice it without judgment and let it pass.
Mindfulness/Meditation
Which term best describes when someone believes they have a disorder because they relate to online content?
A. Confirmation Bias
B. Peer Validation
C. Clinical Screening
D. Emotional Regulation
A. Confirmation Bias
TRUE OR FALSE: Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health disorders in the United States.
True - 19% annually and 31% over a lifetime.
This part of the brain, which develops fully in your mid-20s, is responsible for decision-making, impulse control, and managing emotions.
Prefrontal Cortex/Frontal Lobe
This type of mental health professional has a medical degree and is qualified to prescribe medication to treat mental health conditions.
Psychiatrist
Gradually facing feared situations in a controlled way to reduce anxiety over time is known as this therapeutic coping method.
Exposure therapy/desensitization
Which important detail is usually missing when TikTok videos list "signs" of a mental health condition?
A. Symptom Names
B. Duration and Severity
C. Relatable Examples
D. Emotional Language
B. Duration and Severity