MENTAL WELLNESS
What does mental wellness mean?
Being able to handle life's challenges and emotions in healthy ways.
What does ADHD stand for?
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.
True or False: Stress is always harmful.
False
Which eating disorder involves severely restricting food intake and an intense fear of gaining weight?
Anorexia nervosa.
Name one possible warning sign of suicide.
Talking about wanting to die, hopelessness, isolation, or noticeable concerning changes in behavior.
True or False: Mental health is just as important as physical health.
True
Name one area that ADHD can affect.
Focus/attention, impulse control, or activity level
What is a coping strategy?
A healthy action used to deal with stress or difficult emotions.
Which eating disorder involves repeated binge eating followed by behaviors such as purging?
Bulimia nervosa.
What is a protective factor?
Something that can help protect a person from suicide or other mental health problems.
Name one sign of good mental health.
Building healthy relationships, managing emotions, coping with stress, or asking for help.
What mental health condition can involve ongoing sadness, hopelessness, and loss of interest?
Depression
Name two healthy ways to cope with stress.
exercise, journaling, deep breathing, talking to someone, getting enough sleep, or taking a break.
Which eating disorder involves repeated episodes of eating large amounts of food without purging?
Binge-eating disorder.
Give one example of a protective factor against suicide.
Having supportive family and friends or other strong connections.
Why can talking to a trusted adult be helpful when someone is struggling?
They can provide support and help the person find solutions or additional help.
Name two possible signs of depression.
sadness, hopelessness, loss of interest, changes in sleep or appetite, or difficulty concentrating.
A student has several assignments due and feels overwhelmed. What is one healthy way they could handle the situation?
Break the work into smaller steps, make a plan, prioritize tasks, or ask for help.
What is pica?
An eating disorder involving eating non-food items, such as dirt or paper.
If a friend tells you they want to die, what should you do?
Take them seriously and tell a trusted adult immediately. Do not keep it a secret.
What are three healthy habits that can support mental wellness?
getting enough sleep, exercising, eating healthy foods, talking about feelings, and spending time with supportive people.
A student stops enjoying activities they normally love, feels hopeless, has trouble concentrating, and experiences changes in sleep. What condition could these be signs of?
Depression
Why can some stress be helpful while too much stress can be harmful?
A manageable amount of stress can motivate someone to take action, but too much stress can negatively affect mental and physical health.
What eating disorder involves repeatedly bringing food back up after eating?
Rumination disorder.
A friend says, "I've been feeling hopeless, and sometimes I don't think I want to be here anymore. Please don't tell anyone." What should you do and why?
Take the statement seriously, stay supportive, and tell a trusted adult immediately. You should not keep suicidal thoughts a secret because the person's safety is the priority.