Unit 9 - Mental Health

Question 1

what are the main aspects of mental wellness

Answer 1

emotional and psychological health; accurate view of reality; ability to respond to life challenges and to develop rational strategies for living

Question 2

what does emotional health include

Answer 2

your feelings and mood

Question 3

what does your psychological health include

Answer 3

your thoughts

Question 4

what is the Maslow pyramid

Answer 4

a new ideal of mental health that encouraged individuals to fulfill their potential

Question 5

what is the hierarchy described by the Maslow pyramid

Answer 5

physiological needs, safety, being loved, maintaining self esteem, and self-actualization

Question 6

who created the Maslow pyramid

Answer 6

Abraham Maslow

Question 7

what are some qualities of a mentally healthy person

Answer 7

perceives reality as it is; establishes and maintains close relationships; carries out responsibilities; and feels a sense of fulfilment in daily living

Question 8

what is a mental disorder

Answer 8

a persistent disturbance or dysfunction in behaviour, thoughts or emotions that causes significant distress or impairment

Question 9

what has mental disorder often been conceptualized as

Answer 9

a result o religious or supernatural forces

Question 10

how many Canadians face mental health issues

Answer 10

1 in 5

Question 11

what is general anxiety disorder

Answer 11

chronic, irrational worry about daily events

Question 12

what are the symptoms of general anxiety disorder

Answer 12

extreme agitation, fatigue, feelings of sadness and depression; nausea, trembling, muscle tension, and headache

Question 13

what are the treatments for generalized anxiety disorder

Answer 13

therapy, benzodiazepines, and antidepressants

Question 14

what defines obsessive compulsive disorder

Answer 14

obsessions, compulsion, and rituals

Question 15

what are the treatments for OCD

Answer 15

CBT, and antidepressants

Question 16

what is a panic disorder

Answer 16

recurrent panic attacks without warning

Question 17

what are symptoms of a panic disorder

Answer 17

chest pain, heart palpitations, shortness of breath, dizziness, and feeling of impending doom

Question 18

what are the treatments for panic disorder

Answer 18

CBT, and anti-anxiety drugs

Question 19

what is agoraphobia

Answer 19

a type of panic disorder that involves individual avoiding social situations

Question 20

what is a phobia

Answer 20

marked, persistent, excessive fear and avoidance of specific objects, activities or situations

Question 21

what is anhedonia

Answer 21

loss enjoyment of usual activities

Question 22

what is associated with depressive disorders

Answer 22

an imbalance of neurotransmitters

Question 23

what are depressive symptoms

Answer 23

disturbed sleep; changes in eating patterns; feelings of helplessness, hopelessness, and extreme guilt; restlessness or fatigue

Question 24

what is bipolar disorder

Answer 24

periods of depression, followed by mania

Question 25

what does a manic episode include

Answer 25

extreme euphoria, rapid speech, lack of need to sleep, and grandiosity

Question 26

what are the treatments for bipolar disorder

Answer 26

CBT; lithium carbonate; anticonvulsants, and tranquilizers

Question 27

how does Prozac work

Answer 27

it increases the levels of serotonin by slowing the reabsorption or reuptake of serotonin

Question 28

what are positive symptoms

Answer 28

symptoms present that should be absent

Question 29

what are the positive symptoms of schizophrenia

Answer 29

hallucinations, delusions, disorganized speech, and grossly disorganized behaviour

Question 30

what are negative symptoms

Answer 30

symptoms absent that should be present

Question 31

what are the negative symptoms of schizophrenia

Answer 31

lack of motivation, blunted feelings, depression, and social withdrawal

Question 32

what are the qualifications of a psychiatrist

Answer 32

have a medical degree; therefore can prescribe drugs

Question 33

what are the qualifications of psychologists

Answer 33

have an advanced degree in psychology (Ph.D ; M.Sc); therefore can offer behaviour therapy but not drugs

Question 34

what training do social workers have

Answer 34

training in counselling and usually licensed and registered

Question 35

what training do counselers have

Answer 35

various kinds, but not set specialized training or licensing required

Question 36

what are the types of therapeutic

Answer 36

antidepressants, mood stabilizers, antipsychotics, anxiolytics, and stimulants

Question 37

what is the behavioural model

Answer 37

focused on what people do; stimulus, response and altering reinforcement

Question 38

what is the cognitive model

Answer 38

focus on the effects of ideas on behaviour

Question 39

what is cognitive behavioural therapy

Answer 39

variety of techniques that work towards changing negative patterns of thoughts and actions into positive ones

Question 40

what is stress

Answer 40

any situation that disrupts homeostasis

Question 41

what is homeostasis

Answer 41

state of dynamic equilibrium

Question 42

what are stressors

Answer 42

things that shift our body away from homeostasis

Question 43

what is eustress

Answer 43

a positive stress, which promotes high-level functioning

Question 44

what is distress

Answer 44

negative stress which decreases performance

Question 45

how the eyes affected during fight or flight

Answer 45

pupils dilate to admit extra light for more sensitive vision

Question 46

how is the nose and throat affected during fight or flight

Answer 46

the mucous membranes of nose and throat shrink, while muscles force a wider opening of passage to allow easier airflow

Question 47

how is the digestive system affected during fight or flight

Answer 47

the secretion of saliva and mucous decreases; digestive activities have a low priority in an emergency

Question 48

how are the lungs affected during fight or flight

Answer 48

bronchi dilate to allow more air into the lungs

Question 49

why do we sweat more during fight or flight

Answer 49

perspiration increases to flush out waste and cool overheating systems by evaporation

Question 50

why does our blood sugar increase during fight or flight

Answer 50

the liver releases sugar into bloodstream to provide energy for muscles and brain

Question 51

how are blood vessels affected during fight or flight

Answer 51

blood vessels in skin and viscera contract, and those in skeletal muscles dilate to increase blood pressure

Question 52

why does heart rate increase during fight or flight

Answer 52

to increase strength of contraction which allows more blood flow where it is needed

Question 53

what are the physical symptoms of excessive stress

Answer 53

dry mouth, excessive perspiration, frequent illness, headaches, pounding heart, and aching lower back

Question 54

what are the emotional symptoms of excessive stress

Answer 54

anxiety, depression, edginess, fatigue, hyper vigilance, and impulsiveness

Question 55

what are the behavioural symptoms of excessive stress

Answer 55

crying, disrupted sleeping habits, social isolation, and increased use of tobacco, alcohol or other drugs

Question 56

how many hours of sleep do we need each night

Answer 56

7-9 hours

Question 57

what is sleep important for

Answer 57

clearing the brain of wastes, learning and memory, and proper immune function