Mental Health Myths
Self-Care Strategies
Name that Feeling
Wellness
Stress Busters
100
True or False: People living with a chronic illness are more likely to have mental health challenges!
TRUE!
100
Name one self-care activity you can do at home.
Answers vary: bath, journal, music, rest, etc.
100
Name this feeling
ANGER
100
Can stress impact your immune system?
Yes – chronic stress can weaken it.
100
Chronic stress can negatively impact this body system, making it harder to fight off illness.
immune system
200
Mental illness is a sign of weakness. True or False?
False – it’s a health issue like any other.
200
True or False: Self-care means being selfish.
False – it’s how we stay healthy.
200
What’s the difference between sadness and depression?
Sadness is temporary; depression is ongoing and deeper.
200
Define personal boundaries
Personal boundaries are guidelines, rules or limits that a person creates to identify reasonable, safe and permissible ways for other people to behave towards them and how they will respond when someone passes those limits.
200
What essential part of your daily routine is often disrupted by stress, leading to fatigue, irritability, and worsened symptoms of chronic illness?
Sleep
300
What’s one myth about depression?
That you can just “snap out of it.”
300
What’s one free way to take care of your mental health?
Walk, deep breathing, talk to a friend, etc
300
Shaky hands or voice. Biting nails. Pale complexion. Possibly, expressionless.
Anxious or worried
300
How can stigma affect mental health?
Causes isolation, depression, anxiety, etc
300
Why is deep breathing used as a coping skill when you are having strong negative feelings?
Helps us regulate our emotions and gives us time to cool off; Sends oxygen to our brain and helps us think better.
400
Is seeing a therapist only for people with “serious” problems?
No – therapy helps everyone!
400
How many hours of sleep is ideal for adults?
7–9 hours
400
Useless. Unmotivated and/or drained of energy.
Exhaustion or burn out
400
The guiding principles that help shape your decisions and keep you aligned with your personal morals and beliefs
Core values
400
How can journaling improve stress level?
Emotional Release, Clarity and Perspective, Problem Solving, Track Symptoms and Triggers, Encourages Mindfulness, ETC
500
What’s a common myth about taking medication for mental health?
That it's addictive or means you’ve “failed.”
500
What is self-management?
Taking responsibility for your own well-being and behavior; Knowing how to deal with your thoughts, feelings, and beliefs.
500
What emotion might you feel if someone judges you unfairly?
Anger, shame, frustration – all valid.
500
What are some ways to improve your wellness
Exercising, nutrition, healthy habits, having a routine, etc
500
This type of "talk" can increase stress: it’s the inner voice that criticizes or judges you harshly
negative self-talk