Mental wellness basics

Mental health disorders may NOT affect....

• a person's motivational levels

• the ability to make decisions

• a person's memory or ability to make new memories

• a person's ability to breathe

when should someone talk to a counselor about unkind thoughts or emotions?

• when you forget to do things during the day

• when they are stronger or last longer than usual

• when they are to-do lists about your day

• All of the above

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of depression?

• Difficulty concentrating

• losing interest in things you once enjoyed

• Feeling sad after losing a game.

• Not feeling any emotions.

Which of the following are impacted by mental disorders?

• emotions

• thoughts

• behaviors

• all of the above

Which of the following is NOT a common treatment for mental disorder?

• medication

• surgery

• counseling and therapy

• In-patient care

Which of these is the best sign that someone might be dealing with a mental health disorder?

• A really bad headache

• Unable to complete daily tasks or responsibilites

• Being annoyed once by friends or parents

• High blood pressure

Everyone experiences a wide range of emotions, but when could they indicate a mental disorder?

• When they are severe and don't seem to go away

• When you choose to ignore them

• When you share them with close friends

• When you have never felt them before

Which is an example of a state of mental health that is out of balance?

• When you don't have time to get everything done in a day.

• When troubling thoughts come and go throughout the day

• When strong emotions lead to problems getting through the day

• When you spend time each day for exercise and relaxation.

There are many things that you can do to bring your mental health into balance. Which is NOT one?

• Get some exercise and plenty of sleep

• Focus on your problems and why they are not changing

• Talk to a friend about your problems

• Write in a journal and keep it to yourself.

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of anxiety disorder?

• Difficulty sleeping

• Panic attacks

• Worrying about an upcoming exam

• Intense feelings of hopelessness or dread