Mental Health Flashcards
Define the term “mental health”:
the level of psychological well-being or an absence of mental illness.
Define the term “mental illness”:
a disease that causes mild to severe disturbances in
thought and/or behaviour, resulting in an inability to cope with life’s ordinary demands and routines.
Define the term “depression”:
a persistently depressed mood or loss of interest in
activities, causing significant impairment in daily life.
Define the term: “trauma”
a type of damage to the mind that occurs as a result of a distressing event.
Define the term: “grief”
a multifaceted response to loss, particularly to the loss of someone or something that has died, to which a bond or affection was formed.
Define the term: “crisis”
a time of intense difficulty or danger.
What are the five stages of grief?
- Denial
- Anger
- Bargaining
- Depression
- Acceptance
List 7 symptoms of depression
Feeling sad, anxious, or “empty” mood
Loss of interest or pleasure in hobbies and activities
that were once enjoyed
Trouble sleeping, or sleeping too much
Eating too much or not eating
No energy, feeling tired, being “slowed down”
Difficulty concentrating, remembering, making
decisions
Physical symptoms like headaches, digestive
disorders, and pain that don’t get better with
treatment
Name the different steps of dealing with depression?
- Recognise your emotions and accept your feelings.
- Actively seek something to make you feel
better - Do things that make you feel good.
- Exercise
- Challenge negative thinking
- Speak up about what you’re feeling and going through
- Seek professional help.
Who are the professionals that can help you?
- Mental health specialists, including:
- Psychiatrists
- Clinical Psychologists
- Social Workers
- Licensed mental health counsellors - Your family doctor
- Your local hospital
- Community mental health centres
