Intro and mental health Flashcards
What is health
A combination of physical, mental, and social well-being
What is the importance of health education?
Gives you info so u can make informed health decisions
What r refusal skills
Ways to say “NO” effectively
What r good communication skills?
Active listening and speaking, use of body language and eye contact
Describe someone who is mentally healthy
Able to take on day to day challenges, accepts constructive criticism, generally happy, able to deal with disappointments, knows the difference between right and wrong
Stress
Body’s physical reaction to the stressor
Stressor/trigger
Causes stress
What is the number one mental illness in the U.S.?
Depression
What is the third leading cause of death between ages 10 & 24?
Suicide
What is suicide considered to be?
A cry for help
What should you do if someone is experiencing suicidal thoughts
Tell a responsible and trusted adult
What are some signs of suicide?
Giving away prized possessions Talking about death Prolonged sadness and depression Changes with family life, friends, school, or work Pressure to fit in Changes in relationships with others
Psychiatrist
Medical doctor who treats me talk health problems
Psychologist
Helps to change thought and perceptions
Defense mechanisms
Temporary ways of dealing with stress
