Mental Health/Depression Review

Match the following definition with the correct term:

A mood disorder that causes severe symptoms that affect the way people feel, think, and handle daily activities, such as working, sleeping, and eating. It must be present for at least 2 weeks.

• Anxiety

• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

• Depression

• Bipolar Disorder

Which of the following are common symptoms of depression?

• Excitement, high amounts of energy, or feeling positive.

• Persistent cough and/or sore throat.

• Fatigue, sadness, feeling hopeless, low motivation.

• Nervousness and feeling very worried.

Environmental causes or risk factors of depression include

• Personality Traits

• Age and Gender

• Height and Weight

• Major life changes, trauma, or stress.

How you feel about yourself.

• Confidence

• Feelings

• Self Esteem

• Happy

Anxiety Disorders and Depression Disorders are the highest diagnosed psychological disorders 

• True 
• False

A mark or shame or disapproval that results in an individual being shunned or rejected by others.

• Anxiety

• Depression

• Mood disorder

• Stigma

A disorder which is strong, constant and affects someone over the long-term is what?

• Co-Morbid

• Neurobiological

• Chronic

Depression is only treatable by medication

• True
• False

Which is the best response if you hear a friend say, "I just don't want to live anymore"?

• Ignore it. Most people who claim to be suicidal are just lonely and want attention.

• Point out that his or her problem isn't bad enough to be thinking about suicide.

• Show your support for your friend and offer to help seek out a professional.

Click on any the terms below that you have experienced before in your life. All responses are confidential and will not be shared publicly.

• Deppression

• Anxiety

• Stress

• None