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1 MENTAL HEALTH

2 What to expect Movie A Beautiful Mind Self-Esteem Building Activities Notes Worksheet Acting Lots of Discussion Stress Reflection Paper Test

3 SELF-ESTEEM How much you value, respect, and feel confident about yourself. / ood/selfesteem.jpg&imgrefurl= 98&sz=28&hl=en&start=1&um=1&usg= ybw m0dkpglq_xq3jwcamfxwvozs=&tbnid=hyy uybfdqpknom:&tbnh=124&tbnw=94&prev=/im ages%3fq%3dself%2besteem%26um%3d1 %26hl%3Den%26rlz%3D1T4ADBF_enUS219 US219%26sa%3DN

4 Another way to put it Respect for or favorable impression of oneself Self Pride Self Respect

5 Benefits of High Self-Esteem Increased Self Respect: They take care of themselves, stay away from drugs and alcohol, don t put themselves down, less likely to let others pressure them. Increased Ability to Reach Goals: They have confidence in themselves that they can reach their goals and will try harder to achieve them. Increased Willingness To Try Something New: They don t get discouraged easily and do not give up. Increased Feeling of Value: Feel like they are a valuable part of their family, friends, school and community and are not afraid to help others.

6 High Self-Esteem Speaks up for self Respects self and others Has confidence Tries new things Adjusts to change Feels optimistic Makes decisions based on values Admit they are not perfect Low Self-Esteem Feels insecure Disrespects self and others Vulnerable to peer pressure Doesn t feel vulnerable Feels depressed Fears failure Uses drugs and alcohol Feels pessimistic Behaves destructively

7 Self-Concept The mental image of your strengths, weaknesses, status, etc. Self-image How you view yourself!! Leads to the development of self-esteem, along with interpreting messages from others

8 Steve the Pirate Jackie Moon

9 Integrity 1. KNOWING WHAT IS RIGHT 2. DOING WHAT IS RIGHT 3. DOING IT WHEN NOBODY IS WATCHING What does integrity have to do with self-esteem and selfconcept?

10 Why is communication important? 1. Prevents misunderstandings 2. Builds healthy relationships 3. Expressing yourself-let others know what you need and want

11 3 COMMUNICATION STYLES 1.) Passive: Not offering opposition when challenged 2.) Aggressive: Hostile and unfriendly in the way someone expresses themselves 3.) Assertive: Direct and respectful in the way one expresses oneself (Circle the one that is most healthy.)

12 Empathy Ability to understand another person s feelings, attitudes, or behaviors You can show empathy by - having good listening skills - having an open mind - having positive body language

13 Improving your speaking skills Using the tone and pitch of your voice effectively Using I messages in a conflict situation Showing empathy for another person Be aware of voice volume when speaking to others

14 Improving your listening skills Active listening letting the speaker know that you are listening and clarifying anything that is confusing Paraphrasing using your own words to restate what someone else has said

15 Characteristics of a Mentally Healthy Person 1. Sense of control take charge of their lives and responsibility for their behavior 2. Ability to endure failures/frustrations persistence through setbacks 3. Ability to see events positively see challenges as opportunities 4. Ability to express emotions in a healthy way

16 Self Actualization Achievement or reaching your full potential Process of actualizing Gaining independence Maslow s Hierarchy of Needs **Be able to label and identify what is happening at each level of the pyramid for the test

17 EMOTION A feeling that is produced in response to life s experiences DUH!!! ANGER, FEAR, JEALOUSY, GUILT, LONLINESS, HAPPINESS, JOY, RELIEF, The important thing is HOW YOU MANAGE YOUR EMOTIONS! Talking it out, blowing of steam by being active, and releasing emotions in creative ways like drawing or playing an instrument.

18 ANGER Keeping it under control anger can always be dealt with in an appropriate manner. 1.) Recognize when you feel angry 2.) Count to 10, take deep breaths, walk away whatever you need to do to calm down before reacting 3.) Use I messages

19 Defense Mechanisms Defense Mechanism: Unconscious behavior used to avoid experiencing an unpleasant emotion (These CAN BE healthy ways to cope with emotions!!!!) EXAMPLES.

20 Defense Mechanisms Compensation-making up for weakness in one area by achieving high in another area Daydreaming- imagining pleasant things that take your mind off the unpleasant reality DENIAL- refusal to accept reality DISPLACEMENT- shifting feelings to some or something else Idealization- copying somebody because you don t feel comfortable about yourself PROJECTION- an attempt to protect one s self esteem by blaming unpleasant feelings or inappropriate actions on others RATIONALIZATION- making excuses for or justifying behavior Regression- reacting to emotions in a child-like and immature manner Repression- blocking out painful thoughts or feelings Sublimation- redirecting negative impulses into positive behavior page 66

21 YOUR TURN ACT IT OUT! In groups of 2-3 you must act out one of the defense mechanisms. You ll have 15 min to plan out your skit and then you will perform in front of the class. EVERYBODY must have a role and it must be school appropriate.

22 What are these people saying without even speaking????

23 Body Language: Nonverbal communication (i.e. winking, opening your eyes wide, and slumping)

24 Mental Disorders An illness that affects a person s thoughts, emotions, and behaviors Many people may not know to get help because they do not understand their mental disorder or they may be afraid to get help. They may struggle with everyday routines.

25 Symptoms Symptom: a change that a person notices in his or her mind or body that is caused by a disease or disorder. Symptoms usually lead to a diagnosis Only licensed professionals can diagnose a mental disorder The following are symptoms of mental disorders Too much or too little sleep -Extreme anxiety or irrational fear Feeling of extreme sadness -Personality changes Unexplained mood changes -False perceptions of reality Drug or alcohol abuse Inability to concentrate

26 Mental Disorders 1. Schizophrenia - false perception of reality 2. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder - avoidance of experiences that could trigger memories of a traumatic experience such as war time or abuse 3. Bipolar Disorder - uncontrollable cycles of extreme sadness or happiness 4. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder - repeated disturbing, and unwanted thoughts; ritual behaviors that are perceived impossible 5. Anxiety Disorders - Panic Disorder/Phobias 6. Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) inattentive or impulsively hyperactive; benefit most from medications

27 Depression Long-term sadness or hopelessness that keeps a person from carrying out everyday activities. Symptoms include Lack of energy Withdrawal from people Loss of appetite or overeating Too much or too little sleep Feelings of hopelessness or helplessness Experiencing one or two of these is not uncommon. However, if you experience several of these symptoms over an extended period of time, you should seek professional help. If left untreated, it can lead to suicide. Friedman, David P., Curtis C. Stine, and Shannon Whalen. Lifetime Health. Orlando, [Fla.: Holt, Rinehart and Winston, Print.

28 Stress

29 QUICK REVIEW What is empathy? What are the ways that you can improve your speaking skills? What kind of treatment does an individual with ADHD benefit from most? True or False. Having a friend help you to reenact a situation is a good way to practice expressing emotions in a positive way

30 QUICK REVIEW What is empathy? The ability to understand another s feelings, behaviors, and attitudes What are the ways that you can improve your speaking skills? Using the tone and pitch of your voice effectively, using I messages in a conflict situation, showing empathy for another person, and be aware of voice volume when speaking to others What kind of treatment does an individual with ADHD benefit from most? Medication True or False. Having a friend help you to reenact a situation is a good way to practice expressing emotions in a positive way. True

31 STRESS Stress: non-specific response of the body to a demand placed on it

32 Physical Response to Stress Epinephrine (adrenaline) is released into the body in times of stress. This causes: Respiration increases which helps get more oxygen to throughout the body Heart rate increases which increases blood flow to muscles Muscles tense up which prepares you to react and move quickly Pupils of your eyes widen which allows extra light for more sensitive vision Sweat increases can cause body odors Blood sugar increases to provide more energy to the body Digestion decreases can lead to eating disorders **Prolonged stress/long-term stress can make a person more susceptible to colds/flu, cause tension headaches, and contribute to heart disease

33 STRESSOR Stressor: Any situation that puts a demand on the body or mind Environmental (pollution, poverty, natural disasters, noise) Biological (Illnesses, injuries, disabilities, sickness) Thinking (any type of mental challenge) Behavioral (sleep, exercise, drugs, alcohol, organization) Life Changing (death of a family member, getting married)

34 2 Types of Stress Eustress: positive stress that energizes a person Feel-Good Stress Distress: a negative stress that can be harmful or make a person sick The stress we are most familiar with

35 General Adaptation Syndrome G.A.S. - the body s response to stress (Long Term or Short Term) 3 Stages of G.A.S. 1.) Alarm Stage- body s initial response to stressor 2.) Resistance Stage- body attempts to regain internal balance Homeostasis Body Temperature = 98.6 HR 70 BPM 3.) Exhaustion Stagea. wear & tear on body b. lowered resistance to disease c. death (results depend on a person s ability to cope)

36 PETS & STRESS MANAGEMENT 3 Things You Need To Know 1. Animals Don t Talk Back 2. Animals Provide Constant Companionship 3. Animals Provide Opportunity To Touch

37 Dealing with Stress 1.) Take Care of Yourself exercise regularly, rest, eat right 2.) Learn to Relax deep breathing, relieve tension, reserve energy for fighting illness 3.) Build Resiliency continued optimism when things get tough 4.) Change Your Attitude use positive self-talk (say or think positive things to yourself), be confident, don t worry about things you cannot control 5.) Manage your time list and prioritize, know and set limits, make a schedule

38 GREATEST STRESSORS FOR TEENAGERS 1. Divorce 2. Death 3. Loneliness 4. Lack of Communication Skills 5. Moving 6. Difficulty With Peers

39 CHALLENGE Tell somebody Hey! Look them in the eye and tell them hello and ask them how they are doing. You might make somebody s day!

40 What is resiliency?? The ability to bounce back It is the ability to recover from illness, hardships, or other stressors. Resilient people continue to be optimistic when life gets tough. They struggle less and succeed more. They accomplish difficult tasks and make people say how did they do that?! I want all of you to be RESILIENT!! Asset: A skill or resource that can help you reach a goal

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42 What does it mean to grieve? To express deep sadness because of a loss The Five Stages of the Grieving Process 1.) Denial refusal to believe the loss occurred 2.) Anger experiencing anger or rage about the loss 3.) Bargaining final attempt to avoid the truth (making promises if the lost thing/person will return to them) 4.) Depression sadness is a natural and important emotion 5.) Acceptance begin to learn how to live with a loss

43 Coping Mechanisms Spend time with others Discuss your feelings it is okay to cry! Get back to daily routines as soon as possible Eat nutritious foods, exercise, get enough sleep Do something to keep your mind off of it Remember the good things See a councilor

44 Ceremonies are held to honor the person who has passed away. Wake ceremony that is held to allow family and friends to view the deceased person before the funeral Funeral ceremony in which loved ones pay tribute and the deceased person is buried or cremated (burn the body with intense heat) Memorial Service ceremony to remember the deceased person; take place long after the death of the loved one

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47 WARNING SIGNS

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49 QUICK REVIEW What is a biological stressor? What are the stages of grief? True or False Blaming yourself is a good way to cope with loss. Suicide is the leading cause of death for people between the ages of 15 and 24 years.

50 QUICK REVIEW What is a biological stressor? Conditions that make it difficult for your body to take part in daily activities What are the stages of grief? Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression, Acceptance True or False Blaming yourself is a good way to cope with loss. False Suicide is the leading cause of death for people between the ages of 15 and 24 years. Third

51 Assignment Write a paper answering the following The 3 things that cause me the most stress RIGHT NOW are - 5 paragraphs ( 5 sentences each) - Why? - How can you deal with it? - Write a paragraph for each item

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