True or False
One out of seven adolescents experiences mental health disorder. Myth or Fact?
Fact
(Some of the most common mental health disorders for teens are anxiety, depression, and bipolar).
In the middle ages, what were mental health disorders viewed as?
Supernatural/ Witches/Demonic possession
Dean has fatigue, a decrease in motor activity, insomnia, feelings of worthlessness, and has been less interested in most activities in their day. What is a disorder Dean possibly has?
Major Depressive Disorder
Does Okanogan county have mental health support?
Yes
(Okanogan Behavioral Health, located at 1007 Koala Dr, Omak WA 98841, FYRE, located at 23 Ash St, Omak WA 98841).
As a non-mental health worker, I can’t do anything to help someone with a mental health disorder. Myth or Fact?
Myth
(Friends/family can help by letting that person they are there, learning about those disorders, helping them find places to get support, and treating them with respect)
Is Electroshock therapy still used as a treatment for severe depression?
Yes
Abby often has trouble focusing, staying organized, and remembering things, but has a lot of energy. It’s also easy for her to get distracted and it can be hard for her to stay on top of homework and other obligations no matter what strategies she uses. What is a disorder Abby might have?
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Is there a Crisis line for Okanogan county?
Yes
(509-826-6191)
People with mental health problems are more likely to be unsuccessful in a romantic relationship. Myth or Fact?
Myth
(It’s important to know that many people with serious mental illnesses have strong, supportive, long-term relationships, following your treatment plan to care for your health is thus one important part of building a healthy relationship).
When did frontal lobotomies start?
Early-1900s (gets the point if anywhere from 1900-1935)
Katrina is scared of having others evaluate her, she avoids situations that scare her, has anxiety about being exposed to scrutiny from others, and has significant distress about this whole situation. What is a disorder Katrina possibly has?
Social Anxiety Disorder
How many counselors does Wenatchee Valley College Omak have?
2
(Ayla Medina Ulloa is reachable at 509 682 6842 or by email amedinaulloa@wvc.edu, Also Ryan Poortinga is reachable at 509 682 6857 or apoortinga@wvc.edu)
In the world, mental/neurological/substance disorders make up 10% of the global burden of disorders. Myth or Fact?
Fact
What is the therapy that Sigmund Freud created?
Psychodynamic therapy
(It is a form of talk therapy that explores the connection between a patient's past experiences – often from childhood – and their current mindset).
Kelly has recurring and disturbing memories that can often lead her to feel like she’s in a dangerous situation, even if she’s not. She feels like she can’t escape the memories or feelings that she has, and often acts in ways that others describe as “on edge” or “paranoid.” What disorder might Kelly have?
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
What is the number for the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline? Hint: It used to be a 1-800 number but was recently changed to a 3-digit number.
988
Eating disorders can affect people of any age or gender. Myth or Fact?
Fact
(Although eating disorders can affect people of any age and gender rates are higher among women. Symptoms commonly appear in adolescence and young adulthood).
What was the treatment of people with mental health disorders that removed pieces of human skull? Hint: It started during the stone age.
Trephination
Dora has persistent thoughts, ideas, and impulses about orderliness/cleanliness and social situations, which often lead her to acting in ways that she wouldn’t normally. She often tries to hide her behavior from others because she feels fear and shame about her behavior. What is a disorder that Dora may have?
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Name three resources in Okanogan County for Mental health.
FYRE, Okanogan Behavioral Health, private practices for therapy, school counselors, local Hospitals, recovery navigator.