What is MENTAL ILLNESS?

Having a mental illness can affect the way that a person

• behaves

• thinks

• feels

• all of the above.

Being healthy includes

• having a body that feels good and works well.

• having a healthy mind and body.

• not being sick.

• all of the above.

Mental illness can occur only after a person has reached adulthood.

• True

• False

Another term for mental illness is:

• mental health condition

• mental malfunction

• mental wellness

• disordered mentally

What does it mean when someone with a mental illness faces "stigma"?

• feeling dizzy without a cause

• experiencing unexplained headaches

• being judged unfairly based on misconceptions

• having sudden mood swings

What does the term "diagnosis" mean?

• to have a feeling that you know what is wrong

• meet with your medical doctor

• a medical professional assigns a name to what you are feeling

• to be told you have a mental illness by a family member or friend

People with a mental illness will always be ill.

• True

• False

What is a common misconception about mental illness?

• It is treatable

• It is a sign of personal weakness

• It can be managed with therapy

• It can affect anyone

Which is the least helpful way of dealing with a mental illness?

• keeping feelings bottled up inside

• telling a trusted adult how you feel

• staying at a hospital for a brief period of time

• meeting with a mental health professional

Which of the following is a common symptom of anxiety disorders?

• Excessive worry

• High energy levels

• Improved concentration

• Increased appetite