mental health

is a medical problem just like diabetes or heart disease, associated with distress or problems functioning in work , school social or family activities , involving significant changes in thinking , emotion or behavior

A mental illness is a health condition _______________________________________

High activity levels, difficulty remaining still for long periods of time; limited attention spans

ADHD

experiencing severe mood swings that cause problems in relationships , eating or sleeping too much or too little, pulling away from people and usual activities , having unexplained aches and pains

All of the following are early warning signs of a mental health problem

stressor

Any change that upsets the balance in our lives which causes us to make an adjustment is called a(n) ________________________

true

Being physically active maintains positive mental health.

14

Half of all mental health disorders show first signs before a person turns___ years old

5, 10

In 2014, one in __________ American adults experienced a mental health problem. One in __________ young people experienced major depression.

20 %

Less than ____ of children and adolescents with diagnosable mental health problems receive the treatment they need.

false

Men are more likely than women to experience anxiety disorders.

false it can

Mental health illnesses cannot be prevented.

social well- being , psychological well- being , emotional well-being

Mental health includes all of the following

trauma or abuse , genes or brain chemistry , family history of mental health problems

Mental health problems can be a result of ________________

true

Mental health problems can be a result of ________________

true

PTSD can occur in people who did not experience the traumatic event first hand.

15

Patients are diagnosed with Anorexia Nervosa when they weigh at least ______percent less than the normal healthy weight expected for their height.

in control of their thoughts , feelings ,and behaviors , able to cope with life challenges

People who are emotionally healthy are ______________

false

People with mental health problems are violent and unpredictable.

work productively , realize their full potential , cope with the stresses of life, make meaningful contributions to their communities

People with positive mental health _______________

true

Stress can trigger depression and suicidal behavior.

10th

Suicide is the __________ leading cause of death in the United States.

true

The more stress one experiences, the greater the risk for illness.

Fear of being fat; limited food intake; issues with body image or denial of low body weight

anorexia nervosa

Osteoporosis, menstrual periods cease; muscles (including the heart) waste away; drop in body temperature and blood pressure

anorexia nervosa

is a normal reaction to stress and can be beneficial in some situations, such as alerting us of dangers and helping us prepare and pay attention

anxiety

Includes panic disorders, specific phobias, agoraphobia, and obsessive-compulsive disorder

anxiety disorders

The most common of mental disorders, affecting more than 25 million Americans.

anxiety disorders

empathy

being able to imagine the emotions another person may be feeling is called

true

being able to notice our feelings as we feel them helps us manage our own emotions and understand how other people feel

Frequent overeating in a brief period, at least once a week for three months

binge eating

Have extreme and intense emotional states that occur at distinct times, called mood episodes

bipolar disorders

Symptoms include severe dehydration, intestinal problems, tooth decay; possible cardiac arrhythmias

bulimia

Eating a large amount of food in a short time followed by purging either by throwing up or using a laxative

bullimia

Difficulty thinking, concentrating or making decisions; feeling worthless or guilty; loss of interest

depression

Negatively affects how you feel, the way you think and how you act

depression

true

emotional health affects ones physical health

helps us make good decisions and build strong relationships , can predict success in social and emotional situations , is the ability to understand , use ,and manage our emotions

emotional intelligence (EQ)

false they do

emotionally healthy people do not feel stress

is an emotional response to an immediate threat and is more associated with fight or flight reaction

fear

Grief is the reaction​ of having someone pass away.

grief

take an instant vacation, release emotions,

how can you manage your emotions

figuring out what the problem is and making it manageable , avoid things that bring you down, let some things go ,

how can you take a problem

excessive , learn to relax your body , eat well , sleep well,

how can you take care of your body

true

ones emotional intelligence can be improved

false

people with good emotional health do not have mental illnesses

Have intense disturbing thoughts and feelings related long after a traumatic event.

post traumatic stress disorder

true

stress is one's mental or physical respite to pressure or threat

relaxation response

the body's natural antidote to stress is called the

rise to challenges, deal with danger , preform well under pressure

the stress response is activated to help us

Medication ,Psychotherapy , Nutritional management and nutritional counseling , General medical care

treatment for eating disorders include

saying goodbye, looking ways to kill themselves , giving away prized possessions , talking about burden

what are some waring signs or suicide

become a relaxation expert, get enough sleep ,connect with others, connect with nature, think positive ,

what are the 5 methods to deal with anxiety

The five stages of Grief are Shock/denial, ​Anger, Bargaining/Magic, Depression/Sadness, and Acceptance.

what are the five stages of grief

being able to notice and accurately label your feelings

what is the most basic of all the EQ skills ?

nervous

which body system does adrenaline affect

adrenaline

which hormone does stress causes the body to release

Someone with the thoughts of suicide should talk to someone they trust like a friend or a relative they may also call the suicidal crisis phone number to get some help.

who should some one talk to when they have suicide thoughts