Suicide
Mental Illness
Warning Signs
Coping Skills
Myths vs Facts
100

This term describes intentionally taking one’s own life

Suicide

100

A mood disorder involving extreme highs and lows.

bipolar disorder

100

Pulling away from friends and activities is known as this

withdrawal

100

Talking to a trusted adult is an example of this

seeking help

100

True or False. Smiling (even a fake one) can trick your brain into feeling happier

True

200

Name the top two components contributing to suicide

mental illness (depression) and drug abuse

200

A disorder involving excessive fear or worry that is hard to control.

anxiety disorder

200

A sudden sense of hopelessness or guilt can be a warning sign of this

suicide risk

200

This type of therapy focuses on changing distorted thinking

cognitive (behavioral) therapy

200

Teen brains are still developing and need __ -___ hours of sleep a night

8-10

300

what percent of suicides occur due to mental illness and drug abuse?

90%

300

Stealing without need or reason is classified as this type of disorder

impulse control disorder

300

Which is NOT a warning sign: withdrawal, guilt, persistent indifference, or shopping excessively?

shopping excessively

300

Using medication to treat mental illness is called this

drug or medication therapy

300

True or False. Walking outside boosts mood more than walking indoors

True

400

Teens have the largest suicide rate. True or False

False. Middle aged adults between 25-64 accounts for the largest total suicide deaths

400

Violating the rights of others and social rules is typical of this disorder

Conduct disorder

400

Talking about death or feeling like a burden is a warning sign of this.

suicide ideation
400

Exercise, sleep, and nutrition help improve this

mental health

400

Suicide is not the first leading cause among deaths for teens, it is the ____ 

3rd

500

Talking about suicide puts the idea in someone’s head.

false

500

An illness that affects mood, thinking, or behavior.

mental disorder/ illness

500

Why should warning signs always be taken seriously?

they may indicate immediate danger

500

This school professional helps with personal and educational concerns

school counselor 

500

Listening to music you love releases dopamine. List two other things that release dopamine.

time with friends, laughing, smiling, reading or watching something funny, exercise, etc