Myths vs. Facts
People with mental health problems can get better
True; Studies show that people with mental health problems get better and many recover completely. There are more treatments, services, and community support than ever before – and they work!
Suicide is the ____ leading cause of death in ages 10-34.
A. First
B. Second
C. Third
B. Second
Adolescents are more likely to binge drink than adults
True
What is trauma?
A deeply distressing or disturbingevent that overwhelms a person'scapacity to cope and causes significantnegative effects on their mental,emotional, and physical well-being
What is the most used illicit (illegal)drug among Americans?
A. Cocaine
B. Opioids (Percocet, Oxy, Fentanyl)
C. Cannabis/Marijuana
C. Cannabis/Marijuana
Therapy and medications are not helpful when a person has mental health struggles
False; Treatment for mental health problems varies depending on the individual and could include medication, therapy or both. A combination of therapy and medication often provide the best lasting outcomes.
What percent of adolescents struggle with a mental health disorder?
A. 42.9%
B. 56.4%
C. 49.5 %
D. 53.2%
C. 49.5 %
Did male or female high school students have a higher drinking percentage?
Females at 24%, males had 20%
Everyone has a different reaction to trauma, effects can set in quickly or a long time afterwards
True, traumatic events can happen at any age and at any time
What are 2 negative effects that marijuana can have?
Psychotic episodes, Paranoia, Anxiety, Panic attacks, Cognitive impairment, Hyperemesis, addiction, Craving, tolerance, dependency, withdrawal
Children can experience mental health problems
True; statistics show that about 10% are diagnosed with ADHD, 9% with anxiety, and 4% with depression ages 3-17
Muscle tensions, sleep disturbances, and difficulty controlling worry are all sings of what mental health struggle?
Anxiety
List 3 problems that adolescents who drink are more likely to experience
School problems, Social problems, Legal problems, Physical (health) problems, Disruption of normal growth and development, Physical and sexual violence, Increased risk of suicide and homicide, Memory Problems, Misuse of other substances
What are 3 possible outcomes from trauma?
Feeling on edge, jumpy, insomnia, constant fear, difficulty concentrating, despair, loss of self-esteem, etc.
CBD likely has small traces of THC in it
True, due to it being so difficult to extract all the THC
Mental health problems won’t affect me
False; mental health problems can affect anyone at any time!
Feeling restless, irritable, hopeless, and empty are all signs of what mental health struggle?
Depression
In 2022 ____ million people aged 12 to 20 were alcohol users in the last month with binge alcohol use accounting for 3.2 million (SAMHSA, 2022).
A. 5.8
B. 4.7
C. 6.1
A. 5.8
What are 4 different types of stress someone could experience?
Abuse, Assault, Family relationships, Separation/Divorce, Blended family, Moving schools/homes/towns, Dating/Friend relationships, Schoolwork, Social Issues, Weight/Appearance, Finances, etc
What was the average potency of marijuana before the 1990s and what is the potency now?
5-10 % and 100%
Having contributing factors only raise the level of risk for mental health, not alcohol/drug use
False; having contributing factors can raise both mental health and alcohol/drug use
What are 5 different types of mental health disorders?
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), Bipolar, Schizophrenic, Anxiety Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD), Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), mood disorders, etc.
Binge drinking has been associated with ________ and ________ impairments in adolescence.
memory, learning
What is nature vs. nurture?
whether human behavior, personality, and traits are determined by genetics/biology (nature) or environmental factors/upbringing (nurture)
How many chemical substances are in Cannabis?
A. 489
B. 550
c. 517
D. 602
B. 550