Mental Health
About how many people in the US age 18 and above struggle with mental illness of some kind over their life?
a. 1 in 10
b. 1 in 100
c. 1 in 4
d. 1 in 50
c. about 1 in 4
What kind of goal could someone make if they have a hard time with their emotions/feelings?
Expressing emotions to a trusted person, journaling, learning techniques, etc.
Make a reading goal
Read 5 books this year
Make a goal about working with your peers
Being more patient, listening to others when doing a group project, etc.
What is one of the number one new years resolution people have in the US
losing weight/fitness, saving money
True or False- Mental Health issues are rare in teens?
False- they are very common especially when it comes to anxiety and depression
What kind of goal could someone set if they have a lot of stress in their life?
Learn and practice three stress reducing techniques, deep breathing, meditation, yoga when stressed.
Make a cooking/baking goal
Learn how to make a new recipe
Make a time management goal
I will get up at 6:30 on weekdays and go to bed by 10:30
How many people report failing their resolutions? bonus---why?
91% of people because they set too long term of goals, don't make smart goals.
What is the most common mental health disorder among teens?
a. OCD
b. Schizophrenia
c. Anxiety
D. none
C. Anxiety
What kind of goal could someone make for themselves who really struggles to get out of bed in the morning?
Make a goal about movies
Watch two movies on the best movies of all time list
Make a goal related to attendance
I will attend 90% of all school days
What City does the New Year's Eve ball drop at midnight on December 31st/Jan 1st?
NYC
Which of the following is a common symptom of depression?
a. excessive energy
b. increased appetite
c. difficulty concentrating
d. constant happiness
c. difficulty concentrating
What kind of goal could someone set who wants to be more active?
A walking goal, exercise, etc.
Make a music goal
Listen to one new artist every month.
Make a goal related to getting better grades
I will put away my phone before getting work done.
What percentage of new gym memberships sign up in January?
a. 1 percent
b. 90 percent
c. 40 percent
d. 12 percent
d. 12 percent
True or False- Stress can be both a positive and negative experience?
True, stress can motivate you to perform well in situations but can also be overwhelming and harmful when chronic.
What kind of goal could someone set if they spend way too much time on their phone?
ex- Limit social media to 30 minutes per day
Make an art goal
Finish a painting.
Make a goal related to being a good classmate
I will listen to others' perspectives, walk away from a situation when heated, etc.
Hint- it has two names and one is related to a country
Lunar New Year/Chinese New Year