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globally 1 in ___ indvs will experience MD

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the sooner u treat symptoms

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u get quicker treatment

there are many ways to treat and recover from MD

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what does positive psychology help do

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decreasing risk of mental health issues

positive thinking, optimisim, good support network and physically active

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Psychoneuroimmunology

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When we are psychologically unwell, we physically unwell and vice versa

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T/F depression is a mood disorder

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what is mental wellness

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crucial aspect of overall health, encompasses emotional, psychological, and social well-being

feeling good, being able to cope with life’s challenges, and realizing one’s potential.

A healthy mental state allows individuals to function well, maintain positive relationships, and contribute to their communitie

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Ways to be mentally well

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have an accurate view of reality

ability to respond to life challenges
- be resilient

ability to develop rational strategies for living

Our capacity to think, feel and behave in ways
that contribute to our ability to enjoy life and
manage challenges

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self actualization

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process of realizing one’s full potential and becoming the best version of oneself

these ppl are realistic and accpeting of self + others

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autonomy

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Make decisions and do things on ur own

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self-concept

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ideas, feelings, and perceptions ppl have aboiut them selves

  • positive = better for maslow
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self-esteem

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confidence in self and valuing urself

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inner-directed vs outer-directed

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guided by behav by inner set of rules + values

guided by behav by values and expectations of others

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being genuine is

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authenticity

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realism

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knowing diff between real and what u want

adapting belief systems

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acceptance

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positive self-concept about self and others

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qualities of mentally healthy ppls

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Having good understanding of ourselves to have relationships with others (good + close ones)

carrying out responsibilities

valuing self

pursues work that suits talent and training

accepts own limitations and possibilities

feels sense of fulfillment in everyday life

perceives reality as it is

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psychological disorders

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

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disorders are now viewed as…

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having biological and environmental causes, defined symptoms, diagnoses and possible cures

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goal of bell lets talk day

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raise awareness and support for mental health. It’s a day to encourage conversations, reduce stigma, and take action to improve mental well-being

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why do ppl not seek dr for MH issues

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ignorance and stigma

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generalized anxiety disorder

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Feeling of worry all the time
- Irrational worry
- Taking over ur life (affecting work, relationships, finances)

symptoms =
- agitations
- fatigue
- depression
- headache, nausea

treatment =
- CBT
- antidepressants
- valium (tranquilizer)

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cognitive behavioural therapy

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addressing thought patterns and change to get out of them

helps individuals understand and manage their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors

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Obsessive compulsive disorder

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  • obsessions (uncontrollable thoughts and irrational rituals) (cleanliness)
  • compulsions (irrational things that need to happen, closing closet door before bed) - directly associated w/ obsession (keeping everything clean)
  • rituals (specific action that needs to happen - Doing smth a certain amount of times - Checking stove 6 times before stepping out door)

treatment =
- CBT
- antidepressants

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panic disorder

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Recurrent panic attacks
without warning
- about 5 attacks within year

symptoms =
chest pain, heart palps, shortness of breath, dizziness, feeling of impending doom (feels like cardiac event)

treatment=
- CBT
- anti-anxiety drugs

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agoraphobia
type of panic disorder that involves individual avoiding social situations (e.g. riding the bus or flying) due to fear of having a panic attack and not being able to escape or access medical aid if needed
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phobias
Marked, persistent, excessive fear and avoidance of specific objects, activities or situations can cause extreme anxiety + panic
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social phobias
paralyzing fear related to social situations (e.g. public speaking)
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specific (simple) phobia:
fear of spiders, heights, dark, water
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prepardness theory describes...
how fear may have benefited our ancestors
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depressive (mood) disorders
symptoms - helplessness, hoplessness, extreme guilt - disturbed sleep (no REM); weight loss - cant enjoy life + suicidal thoughts associated w/ imbalance of neurotransmitters Easy to treat, takes longer, but effective medications and therapies for it
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bipolar disorder
moving through varied phases (periods of depression followed by mania) - change between them are super quick + unpredictable mania: extreme euphoria, rapid speech, lack of need to sleep; grandiosity typically starts in adolescence or early adulthood treatment: CBT; lithium carbonate; anticonvulsants, tranquilizers
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shcizophrenia
A psychotic (break from reality) disorder that profoundly impairs one’s sense of reality onset = 16-30 Social isolation, drug use, traumatic event(s) may exacerbate/accelerate progression Disorganized thoughts, inappropriate emotions, delusions, hallucinations (e.g. hearing voices), deteriorating function; sometimes catatonia
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schizophrenia symptoms
Positive (symptoms present that should be absent) – Hallucinations (auditory, visual, taste) – Delusions (patently false beliefs, e.g. I am Joan of Arc) – Disorganized speech (e.g. “…I am taking a mental rest after a carter assignment of quill. You know, a penwrap. […] I am made of flesh and blood. See?” – Grossly disorganized behaviour (e.g. childlike silliness, masturbation in public) Negative (symptoms absent that should be present) – Lack of motivation – Blunted feelings – Depression – Social withdrawal
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psychiatrists
have a medical degree and can prescribe drugs
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psychologists
advanves degree in psych
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social workers
training in counselling and usually licensed + registered
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counsellors
various kinda; oftern, no set specialized training or licensing required
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antidepressants
medications used to treat depression and other conditions like anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and chronic pain. They work by affecting neurotransmitters in the brain, chemicals that carry signals between nerve cells.
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mood stablizers
medications used to treat mood disorders, particularly bipolar disorder, by helping to control the intensity and frequency of mood swings between manic and depressive episodes work by reducing abnormal brain activity and helping to restore neurochemical balance
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antipsychotics
used to manage psychosis, particularly in schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders work by blocking certain dopamine receptors in the brain, which helps to reduce or relieve symptoms like delusions and hallucinations
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anxiolytics
also known as anti-anxiety medications or antianxiety agents, are drugs used to treat anxiety symptoms targeting specific neurotransmitters and receptors in the brain to reduce anxiety
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stimulants
increase the activity of the central nervous system increase the brain's levels of free dopamine
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synapse
space between neurons
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suicide
more likely in men than women leading cause of death for 15-34 associated w/ depressive disorder or major life crisis' hopelessness, rejection, lack of self-worth
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suicide myth
- Ppl intend to kill themselves and don’t tell anyone ○ Untrue, normally signs Ppl who succeed rlly wanted it
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advice if u know someone considering suicide
* Listen without judgement * Show love and care * Ask about recent events * Ask direct questions * Do not leave them alone if imminent * Make plans for the next day * Recommend counselling
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stress
situation that disrupts homeostasis physiological
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homeostasis
state of dynamic equilibrium (regulation of body temp, blood pH, glucose levels) stasis = staying the same
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stressors
shift body away from homeostasis can be physiological, psychological, environmental (noise)
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general adaptation syndrome
how body responds to stress
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eustress
positive stress and promotes high-level functioning
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distress
negative stress and decreases performance
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physical symptoms of excess stress
- dry mouth - frequent illnesses - teeth grinding - headaches
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emotional stress symptoms
- anxiety - depression - fatigue - irritable
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behavioural stress symptoms
- crying - disrupted eating + sleeping habits - sex probs - social isolation
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stress at SFU
follow normal curve of stess (slightest bit higher) leading causes of stress - academics - career-relates issues - finances - intimate relationships top factors impacting student performance - stess - anxiety - internet use - sleep probs
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sleep
most adults need 7-9hrs for optimal health + performance REM stages increase cortisol so if u get good sleep then goes back to normal, but if not = increased cortisol helps - clear brain waste - learning + mem - proper immune function
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ways to minimize stress
1. Ensure you have a support system 2. Improve your communication skills 3. Be kind and nurturing to others 4. Develop healthy exercise, eating and sleeping habits 5. Develop healthy coping techniques (e.g. meditation, music) 6. Learn to identify and moderate stressors and develop resilience
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what are some unhealthy coping mechanisms
drug + alcohol long term effects = addiciton
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