PDH cycle test

Question 1

Define Resilience

Answer 1

The ability to bounce back or recover quickly from setbacks.

Question 2

How can low-moderate stress impact a person.

Answer 2

Enhance persons productivity.

Question 3

What aspects of the being does mental health affect?

Answer 3

How a person, thinks, feels, behaves and interacts with others.

Question 4

What is a physicologist?

Answer 4

• Licensed mental health professional.
• specialises in evaluating, treating and diagnosing mental health issues.

Question 5

Describe depression.

Answer 5

• low mood, feelings of sadness
• lasting more than 2 weeks
• interferes with everyday life

Question 6

Characterise Anxiety.

Answer 6

• person feels anxious and stressed more so than the average person.

Question 7

Define mental health.

Answer 7

• psychological and physical wellbeing.
• allows effective work, relationships and conflict resolution.

Question 8

What do counsellors do?

Answer 8

• talks to people about the personal issues they might be experiencing.

Question 9

Define a stressor.

Answer 9

Any emotional or physical demand that results in stress.

Question 10

List some symptoms of depression.

Answer 10

• feeling tired all the time
• feeling sick and run down
• loss or change of appetite

Question 11

What is the primary focus of mindfulness?

Answer 11

Training oneself to pay attention to everyday aspects of life and appreciate experiences as they occur.

Question 12

Which stages of REM sleep involve rapid eye movement?

Answer 12

Stages 3 + 4.

Question 13

How does sleep impact mental health?

Answer 13

Unhealthy sleep can lead to mental health problems [and vice versa].

Question 14

What should you do as soon as you wake up.

Answer 14

Get out of bed immediately.

Question 15

What is one thing you should avoid doing right before sleep.

Answer 15

• screen time
• full bladder.

Question 16

True of false physical exercise increases stress levels.

Answer 16

False ;)

Question 17

What benefits does physical activity have.

Answer 17

Both mental and physical benefits.

Question 18

What happens during stages 3 + 4 during REM sleep?

Answer 18

Cells and tissues repair and repelenish.

Question 19

Can depression be genetic?

Answer 19

yes.

Question 20

List some behaviours associated with depression.

Answer 20

• not going out anymore
• not getting things done at work or school
• relying on alcohol or sedatives
• inability to concentrate.

Question 21

Define Stress

Answer 21

The build-up of emotional tension. Low to moderate amounts may make a person more productive, but high amounts can be detrimental to health.

Question 22

Define mental illness.

Answer 22

A health problem that significantly affects how a person feels, thinks, behaves and interacts with other people.

Question 23

Define Psychotic disorder.

Answer 23

A serious mental health disorder in which the mind foes not function normally and the ability to deal with reality is impaired or lost.

Question 24

Define Anxiety.

Answer 24

A disorder where an individual feels anxious, nervous, or stressed very easily or more often than someone without the disorder.

Question 25

Define mental health.

Answer 25

Psychological and emotional wellbeing that enables an individual to work, love, relate to others effectively and resolve conflicts.

Question 26

Social problems often associate with mental illness, list some of these problems.

Answer 26

- poverty, unemployment, homelessness.

Question 27

Common stressors include....

Answer 27

- exams, arguments with friends, family breakdown, assessments, job interviews.

Question 28

Symptoms of being overstressed:

Answer 28

- physical exhaustion - headaches - insomnia - depression - sore muscles

Question 29

Ways to reduce stress:

Answer 29

- positive self-talk - resolving conflicts - regular exercise - meditation

Question 30

What are some morning routine activities you can do to improve your sleep schedule.

Answer 30

- get out of bed immediately - don't try to make up for lost sleep - go for a walk/get fresh air - get up at the same time everyday.

Question 31

What are some midday activities you can do to help sleep activity?

Answer 31

- Avoid napping - physical exercise - avoid drinking caffeine after 4:00pm

Question 32

What are some things you can do before going to sleep to help sleep activity?

Answer 32

- Avoid going to bed too early - Do not go to bed hungry - Do not go to bed with a full bladder - Wind down prior to going to bed - Avoid screens right before sleep

Question 33

What are the 8 tips for improving/building good mental health?

Answer 33

1) Build relationships 2) Exercise and stay healthy 3) Develop gratitude 4) Identify/use your strengths 5) Create flow 6) Give to others 7) Spirituality or Religion (for some people) 8) Seek help

Question 34

What are some behaviours of a person with anxiety?

Answer 34

- Avoiding places/activities/people - Checking your pulse - Always having someone around you\ - Avoiding eye-contact

Question 35

What are some thoughts a person with anxiety might have?

Answer 35

- "I'm going to die" - "I'm going crazy" - "I'm going to have a heart-attack"

Question 36

What are some feelings an anxious person might have?

Answer 36

- confused - nervous - tense - panicky - terrified

Question 37

What are some physical symptoms of a person with anxiety?

Answer 37

- Trembling/Shaking - Racing Heart - Breathless - Light-headedness

Question 38

What does GAD stand for?

Answer 38

Generalised Anxiety Disorder

Question 39

What are phobias?

Answer 39

Situations, occurrences or things that a person might feel excessive fear about.

Question 40

What are some symptoms of a person with GAD?

Answer 40

- uncontrollable worry - unrealistic thoughts - perfectionist - difficulty concentrating, rapid heart rate, difficulty breathing.

Question 41

What does OCD stand for?

Answer 41

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.

Question 42

What are some symptoms of a person with OCD?

Answer 42

- obsessive and compulsive behaviours.

Question 43

What does PTSD stand for?

Answer 43

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.

Question 44

What are some symptoms of a person with PTSD?

Answer 44

- flashbacks - nightmares - change in eating and sleeping patterns

Question 45

What are some symptoms of a person with Panic Disorder?

Answer 45

- panic attacks - increased heartrate - shortness of breath - chest pains

Question 46

What are some thoughts a person with Depression might have?

Answer 46

- "I'm worthless" - "It's all my fault" - "Nothing good ever happens"

Question 47

What are some feelings a person with Depression might be experiencing?

Answer 47

- Irritability - Frustrated - Low self-esteem - Disappointed

Question 48

What are some physical signs someone might have Depression?

Answer 48

- Tired - Nausea - Insomnia - Appetite changes

Question 49

List some factors that could cause depression?

Answer 49

- Family conflict - Physical illness - Stress - Isolation - Drugs/Alcohol - Social Media

Question 50

Who's gonna nail this test?

Answer 50

ME

Question 51

What happens during stage 1 of REM sleep?

Answer 51

light sleep.

Question 52

What happens during stage 2 of REM sleep?

Answer 52

brain slows.

Question 53

What about stage 3 and 4

Answer 53

Deep Sleep.

Question 54

What happens during REM sleep?

Answer 54

breathing is shallow, high blood pressure and heart rate.

Question 55

What is safer sex vs safe sex?

Answer 55

safe sex means contraception was used, safer sex includes the need for consent.