Mental Health
What is mental health?
A person's psychological and emotional well-being. Mental health is defined as striking a balance in all aspects of your life (social, physical, spiritual, economic, mental).
What is emotional intelligence?
The capacity to be aware of, control, and express one’s emotions.
T | F : If someone in your family has a mental illness, you are more likely to develop one as well.
True. Although you will not necessarily develop any kind of mental illness, if someone in your family has a mental disorder you will be at higher risk. So, if you start to experience the symptoms of a mental disorder it will be important for you to see a health provider as soon as possible to determine if you have a problem
What does your self-care day consist of?
Freebie
T | F : If your friend tells you that they are going to harm themselves and they make you promise to keep it a secret, you should always respect their wishes and keep it a secret
False. If you are concerned for their safety, tell someone. Talk to someone who can help. It is better to have a friend who is alive and mad at you than to lose a friend. If you think they are serious about attempting suicide, do not be afraid to call 911.
Mentioning the word suicide to a depressed person will "put the idea into his or her head" and increase their risk of suicide.
False, studies show that asking someone if they are suicidal may make them more inclined to seek help
True or False: Anger is not related to anxiety and fear
False. All emotions are linked. Example: Anxiety can turn into anger due to sleep deprivation, and fear can turn into anger in a scary situation.
This disorder is a combination of a manic phase (a sudden onset of exhilaration and excessive good mood), and a depressive phase (feelings of worthlessness, hopelessness, and prolonged sadness
Bi-Polar Disorder
Exercise, taking a bubble bath, face masks, and anything that makes you feel good are healthy self-care methods
True. These are just a few, there are so many other ways!
T | F : Since we survived slavery; surely, we can survive “sadness” or “anxiety. Mental illnesses are a consequence of a weakness in character.
False!
Fill in the blank: Some people tend to focus more on being ______ ______ and forget to take care of their _______ ________ too.
What is physically healthy; mental health
What is the difference between overwhelming and everyday feelings?
Overwhelming feelings don't just come and go like everyday feelings.
What event is this describing?..." sweating, nausea, trembling and numbness in the legs or hands, dizziness, hot or cold flashes, a feeling of tightness or pressure in the chest, hyperventilation, “jelly” legs or blurred vision can develop. Individuals may even feel like they are going to die of a heart attack" What Event does this describe?
Panic Attack/ Anxiety attack
Name a benefit of having coping skills
Ability to decrease symptoms of depression or cravings, better management of emotions, better mood, improve self-esteem, etc.
Name 3 things you can do to help a friend who thinks they may have a mental health problem.
Listen to them, spend time with them, encourage them to seek help, go with them to appointments/ help them make appointments, show them that you care :), if it is serious tell someone, don't judge, ask someone for advice
What does mindfulness mean?
Being aware of something, such as your actions.
Examples of using emotional intelligence
Thinking before you act, about how you feel, having self-control, etc.
Name three mental illnesses
Any of the following:
All stress is out of your control
False
Name 3 reasons why people hesitate to get help.
They don't want to "burden anyone else with their problems", it is hard to talk about, it makes them feel vulnerable, fear of being judged, stigma, don't know who to tell, don't think the problem is "serious enough", asking for help is "giving up", no resources available Facts: Your friends (and your don) will feel worse if you don't come to talk to them if you need help/ need to talk. They are your friends (and your don) for a reason, and they don't want you to feel bad! don't be afraid to talk about it!
One way to manage our mental health is to talk about it with someone we trust
True. It doesn't have to only be a professional as long as you are comfortable with the person.
Name 2 Examples of assertive traits:
Listen to others without interruption, appropriate speaking volume, understanding, willing to compromise
One cause of depression is an imbalance in ____.
What are chemicals in the brain (neurotransmitters)
Positive ______ are positive thoughts about yourself
Affirmations
Why do Black people steer away from therapy?
Lack of cultural understanding, Stigma (“therapy doesn’t work” or that “therapy is for white people”), Accessibility, Religion "you need God"