DebMD
The Chicken or the Egg?
Risky Business
Not the Browns Offense
So, I Have This Friend...
100

Talking about death or dying, getting rid of belongings or talking about feeling trapped and wanting a way out are signs of this and should be dealt with immediately.

SUICIDE

100

Substance abuse and these two mental health disorders are closely linked.

DEPRESSION and ANXIETY

100

Teens with this history have been shown to be at higher risk fo substance abuse problems.

TRAUMA

100

Talking with this professional about any feelings or symptoms is helpful.

THERAPIST/COUNSELOR

100

Helping your friend get help, helping them with everyday tasks, and not judging or lecturing them are examples of this kind of support.

POSITIVE

200

Most people with clinical depression appear to be sad and unhappy, but teens with depression appear to be this emotion.

ANGRY

200

Drugs and alcohol are often used to medicate these.

SYMPTOMS OF MENTAL HEALTH DISORDERS

200

Teens with this history or heredity may place one at an increased risk of developing problems.

FAMILY

200

Making and maintaining these positive connections face-to-face is important.

SOCIAL

200

Parents, teachers, pastors, and coaches are examples of this helpful group of people.

TRUSTED ADULTS

300

People with depression sometimes neglect this, examples of which are bathing, brushing teeth, wearing clean clothes.

HYGIENE

300

Drugs and alcohol do not make the symptoms of mental health illness get better, instead, they do this.

MAKE THEM WORSE

300

If one has a condition like depression, anxiety disorder, or this disorder he or she is at increased risk for a drug or alcohol problem.

ADHD

300

Exercising regularly, practicing relaxation techniques, eating healthy, and getting enough sleep are parts of this kind of lifestyle.

HEALTHY

300

Rather than giving advice or telling your friend what to do it is more helpful to employ this important skill.

LISTENING

400

Depression and anxiety are uncomfortable to experience and some people might mistakenly use these to help them feel better.

DRUGS and ALCOHOL

400

If a person is taking medicine for a mental health disorder and they also use alcohol and drugs, the medication becomes this.

INEFFECTIVE

400

Teens who frequently have difficulties controlling these and engage in risky behaviors are found to be at risk for substance abuse problems.

IMPULSES

400

It is a must to recognize and manage this in order to prevent problems with substances and mental health issues.

STRESS

400

Recovery and getting better can take time so it is important to practice this.

PATIENCE

500

Excessive worrying, agitation, avoiding social situations and panic are symptoms of this mental health disorder.

ANXIETY

500

The abusers of this drug may have an increased risk of psychosis.

MARIJUANA

500

If one turns to alcohol and drugs for solace or feeling better, it is called this...

SELF-MEDICATION

500

Learning about alcohol and drug abuse, mental health issues, and ways to prevent future problems is called this.

EDUCATION

500

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