Stress Management Techniques
Relaxes the muscles
Slows the heart rate
Centers the mind and body
Tai Chi and Yoga
Symptoms include extreme sadness, loss of interest in daily tasks, emotional separation, withdrawn from friends and family.
Depression
Mental illness is the same as being disabled
Myth
Actor who passed away due to mental illness later in life. Best known for his physical comedy and role like Patch Adams, Mrs. Doubtfire, and The Genie
Robin Williams
The number 1 most common mental illness in teens
Anxiety
Reduces anxiety
Awareness and connection to the body
Increases oxygen supply to the brain
Deep Breathing
Feeling nervous and restless, difficulty controlling feelings of worry, overwhelmed in certain social situations
Anxiety
Kids of any age can develop a mental illness such as anxiety or depression
Fact
Actress and performer who passed away very young. Was in and out of foster homes until she was married at 16. Known as a fashion/beauty icon
Marilyn Monroe
The number 1 most common mental illness in adults
Depression
Establishing a sense of order and sequence
Giving various tasks and time line and due dates
Scheduling
Extreme mood swings, decrease need for sleep, cannot think clearly, easily agitated
Bi-Polar Disorder
Anyone can help someone with a mental illness
Fact
Musician who died by suicide at age 28. Known for being a remix and music producer.
Avicii
What are the 2 types of Stress?
Eustress (good)
Distress (bad)
Talking through the issue in a mature manner
develops mutual respect
Promotes healthy relationships
Assertive Communication
Feeling scared or on edge, having nightmares that feel real, heightened reactions to loud noises or sudden movements.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Mental illnesses can be cured
Myth
Died of a drug overdose at age 28. Struggled with depression and insomnia. Best known for his role as the Joker
Heath Ledger
Name 2 stress management techniques that we have talked about in class (two that have not been mentioned already)
Journaling, prioritizing, music therapy, art therapy, anger management, exercise, conflict resolution, mindfulness, planning and goal setting
What are the 4 categories of stress management techniques
Diversion Strategies
Emotional Management
Relaxation Strategies
Time Management
Changes the way the brain understands the world, difficulty understanding social cues, hard time expressing emotions
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Mental illness is more common in some racial groups than others
Myth
Saved his mother from a suicide attempt when he was just 15. Also struggles with depression and is open about his battle.
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson
List 3 valid resources to reach out to for help if you or someone you know is struggling with a mental illness
therapist, school counselor, medical professional, friend, favorite teacher, parent, sibling etc...