Mental Health
The 4 Elements of your Health 1. Physical Health is the way the parts and systems of your body work together. 2. Mental and Emotional Health includes your feelings about yourself, how well you relate to others, and how well you meet the demands of daily life. 3. Social Health involves the way you get along with others. 4. Environmental Health the study of living and nonliving things in our world how do we conserve our planet.
Three Influences on your Health. 1. Heredity is all the traits and properties that are passed along biologically from both parents to their child. 2. Environment is the sum total of your surroundings your family, where you grow up, where you live now, and all of your experiences. 3. Your Behavior How do you communicate with others What are your habits (good and bad) Sleeping Eating Extracurricular Activity level Drug use (Alcohol, Drugs and Tobacco)
Who is Abraham Maslow? Abraham Harold Maslow (April 1, 1908 June 8, 1970) was an American psychologist who was best known for creating Maslow's hierarchy of needs His theory of psychological health predicated on fulfilling innate human needs in priority, culminating in self actualization. Maslow was a psychology professor at Brandeis University, Brooklyn College, New School for Social Research and Columbia University. He stressed the importance of focusing on the positive qualities in people, as opposed to treating them as a "bag of symptoms." Read pages 61 66
Psychiatrist vs. Psychologist Psychiatrist Psychiatrists are physicians (MD). They are the only mental health specialists licensed to prescribe drugs and to give full physical examinations. Psychologist Psychologists have PhDs in clinical or counseling or the equivalent and have more training in psychological research and personality assessment than MDs. Cannot prescribe drugs
Hierarchy of Needs Self actualization Self esteem Social Safety Physical
Vocabulary Check A. Self actualization The achievement of the best that a person can be B. Assertive Direct and respectful in the way one expresses oneself C. Self concept A measure of how one views oneself D. Passive Not offering opposition when challenged or pressured E. Self Esteem A measure of how much one values, respects, and feels confident about oneself F. Mental health The state of mental well being in which one can cope with the demands of daily life G. Suicide The act of intentionally taking ones own life H. Aggressive Hostile and unfriendly in the way one expresses oneself
SELF ESTEEM Self Perceptions are ever changing Who are the individuals who influence your self esteem? Parents Teachers Peers Four elements that affect self esteem: Recognizing & accepting strengths Sense of belonging Sense of power Positive role models
Vocabulary Check I. Resiliency The ability to recover from illness, hardship, and other stressors J. Stress The body s and mind s response to a demand K. Eustress A positive stress that energizes a person and helps a person reach a goal L. Emotion The feeling that is produced in a response to life experiences M. Stressors Any situation that puts a demand on the body or mind N. Defense Mechanism An unconscious behavior that is used to avoid experiencing unpleasant emotion O. Distress A negative stress that can make a person sick or can keep a person from reaching a goal P. Communication A process through which two or more people exchange information
COMMUNICATION TYPES Discussion What are all the ways in which people can communicate? Body language & non verbal cues Face to face talking Writing notes/letters Email Texting Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc) Over the phone Video Chat
COMMUNICATION Types: Passive Aggressive Assertive Totally like whatever, you know
PASSIVE COMMUNICATION Does not honor the self It is often more about what is not said or done, rather than what is said Examples include: not telling Not stating needs or wants Ineffective & Vague Afraid of confrontation Can lead to feelings of anxiety, anger, depression, and helplessness
AGGRESSIVE COMMUNICATION Does not honor others Examples: name calling and yelling Perceived as selfish and an unwillingness to compromise Reflects poor emotional development
ASSERTIVE COMMUNICATION Honors others, along with yourself Examples: telling others your needs and wants in a respectful manner Straight forward and open Advocates for self
SUICIDE Caused by on going feelings of sadness or hopelessness Warning signs: Talks about death Says things like nobody cares Dramatic change of appearance, personality, and/or behavior Plans ways to commit suicide Has attempted suicide in the past Uses and/or abuses substances Withdrawals from interaction and things they once enjoyed Acts recklessly Can be brought on by Mental illness, loss, lack of acceptance, etc.
SUICIDE Providing help Let the person know you care Tell them their life matters Encourage them to talk to an adult No matter what TELL A TRUSTED ADULT even if they ask you not to Suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem
SUICIDE FACTS vs. FICTTION Caused by on going feelings of sadness or hopelessness Warning signs: Talks about death Says things like nobody cares Dramatic change of appearance, personality, and/or behavior Plans ways to commit suicide Has attempted suicide in the past Uses and/or abuses substances Withdrawals from interaction and things they once enjoyed Acts recklessly Can be brought on by Mental illness, loss, lack of acceptance, etc.
SUICIDE Providing help Let the person know you care Tell them their life matters Encourage them to talk to an adult No matter what TELL A TRUSTED ADULT even if they ask you not to Suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem
Five stages of loss or grief Denial Anger Bargaining If only we had sought medical attention sooner If only we got a second opinion from another doctor If only we had tried to be a better person toward them God if you get me through this. Depression Acceptance
Vocabulary Check ANSWERS A. Adrenaline Emergency hormone, also called epinephrine B. Depression A sadness and hopelessness that keeps a person from carrying out everyday activities C. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder A mental illness with repeated, disturbing, unwanted thoughts characterized by ritualistic behaviors D. Bipolar Disorder A mental disorder with uncontrollable cycles of extreme happiness and then depression E. Seasonal Affective Disorder A mental illness that occurs during certain seasons of the year especially when the individual has less exposure to sunlight F. Schizophrenia A mental illness causing false perceptions of reality characterized by hallucinations and/or delusions G. Insomnia The inability to sleep, even if one is physically exhausted H. General Adaptation Syndrome A model that describes the relationship between stress and illness
STRESS Video Stress & it's impacts Stress is a demand on the body or mind, caused by a stressor, the demand Effects Physical: lack of sleep, poor diet, lack of exercise Safety: poor decision making, less alter, put self in harms way Social: more irritable, less likely to interact positively Esteem: overwhelming feelings, inability to feel accomplished Long Term Effects: depression, suicidal thoughts, anxiety, headaches, migraines, high blood pressure, heart attacks, etc.
Eustress vs. Distress Eustress Positive Stress Helps you reach a goal Distress Negative Stress Acts like a barrier to meeting basic needs
General Adaptation Syndrome A model that shows the relationship stress and illness Phase 1: alarm Stressor is present body is managing to cope but immune system begins to weaken Phase 2: resistance Body is working on overdrive, causing a depressed immune system makes the body more likely to get sick with an illness Phase 3: exhaustion body breaks down and can no longer take the neglect results in illness
Fight or Flight Body is being provided with ENERGY, REFLEXES, & STRENGTH Body releases Epinephrine A hormone, also known as Adrenaline Allows body to respond quickly in emergency circumstances Physical effects Breathing speeds up, heart beats faster, muscles tense up, pupils get wider, digestion slows down, and blood sugar increases How does it work?
Content knowledge KNOW THIS What is stress and what are stressors? (read 78 79) What is the difference between Eustress & Distress? (read 80 81) What is the relationship between stress & illness? (read 82) What are healthy strategies for managing stress? (read 83 88)
THE BODY S STRESS RESPONSE Psychosomatic Response: physical reaction that results from stress rather than an injury. Chronic Stress: Stress associated with long term problems beyond control. Physical Fatigue: Muscles work hard for long periods of times, often causing soreness and pain. Psychological Fatigue: Results from constant worry, overworking, depression, boredom, isolation, or feeling overwhelmed. Pathological Fatigue: Over working the body s defense and fighting disease.
COPING W/ STRESS Allows body to recover Without coping your immune system is compromised Causing illness and/or disease Examples: Laughter Art Deep breathing Exercise Meditation Journal writing Massage Yoga Talking to a trusted individual
Vocabulary Check A. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder A mental illness caused by a traumatic life event B. Phobias A mental illness with excessive or persistent fears of something that may or may not cause real danger C. Anxiety A mental illness causing feelings of nervousness on a day to day basis that takes over daily activity and productivity D. Panic Disorder A type of anxiety disorder causing extreme fear for life even though there is no real danger E. ADD/ADHD A mental illness causing inattentive or impulsive & hyperactive behavior interfering with daily tasks and productivity F. Hypochondria A mental illness where a belief of an illness is present when in fact no illness is present
Mental Disorders Causes Genetics Traumatic Life Event Substance use/abuse
Mental Disorders Depression Obsessive Compulsive Bipolar Seasonal Affective Schizophrenia Post Traumatic Stress Phobia Anxiety Panic ADD/ADHD Hypochondria 1 to 4 word descriptors or simplified definition for these disorders. See vocabulary list for guidance
Frequently Asked Questions about Mental Health Is mental illness really an illness? Yes Does the prevalence of mental health problems differ among different racial or ethnic groups? No Is it true that mental illness can t be cured? Yes and No mental illness cannot be cured in the sense that it will go away and never return the symptoms of mental illness can be eliminated or reduced and managed through treatment with medication, therapy or a combination of both If someone has a mental health problem, should they abandon their hopes for a fulfilling career? No
MENTAL ILLNESS An illness that affects a person s, thoughts, emotions, and behaviors Symptoms: Change in a persons physical and/or mental and emotional state and it is extreme enough to interfere with a persons ability to function at that individuals normal level of competency Common types: Too much or too little sleep Feelings of extreme sadness & hopelessness Unexplained mood swings Drug and/or alcohol use/abuse Inability to concentrate Extreme behaviors Extreme anxiety or irrational fear Personality changes False perceptions of reality
Depression
Schizophrenia What causes schizophrenia? No single cause has been identified, but several factors are believed to contribute to the onset of schizophrenia. Genetic factors Biochemical factors Family relationships Environment Drug use Myths, misunderstandings and facts Do people with schizophrenia have a split personality? NO Are people with schizophrenia intellectually disabled? NO Are people with schizophrenia dangerous? YES and NO People with schizophrenia are generally not dangerous when receiving appropriate treatment. They can however inadvertently cause harm through there actions if NOT on medication. Is schizophrenia a life long mental disorder? YES
Bipolar Disorder defined Formerly referred to as manic depression Characterized by periods of depression Mania is defined as a period of no less than a week of abnormally elevated mood with three or more of the following symptoms Inflated self esteem or grandiosity Decreased need for sleep Pressure to talk or speaking more than usual, and at a rapid pace Flight of ideas or the sense that thoughts are racing Marked increase in activities or agitation Excessive involvement in pleasurable activities that have a high potential for negative consequences buying sprees, sexual binges, poor judgments in business
Anxiety Disorders Generalized Anxiety Disorder, GAD is an anxiety disorder characterized by chronic anxiety, exaggerated worry and tension, even when there is little or nothing to provoke it Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) OCD is an anxiety disorder and is characterized by recurrent, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and/or repetitive behaviors (compulsions). Repetitive behaviors such as hand washing, counting, checking, or cleaning Panic Disorder is characterized by unexpected and repeated episodes of intense fear accompanied by physical symptoms that may include chest pain, heart palpitations, shortness of breath, dizziness, or abdominal distress. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is described as Responses to Traumatic Stressors Social Anxiety Disorder, is an anxiety disorder characterized by overwhelming anxiety and excessive self consciousness in everyday social situations. such as a fear of speaking in formal or informal situations
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Study packet: Using this power point and the book if necessary answer all the questions under # s 1 & 2