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Which two mental health disorders are mentioned in the text?
Which two mental health disorders are mentioned in the text?
- Anxiety and bipolar disorder
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder and panic disorder
- Anxiety and depression (correct)
- Depression and schizophrenia
What is a common symptom of anxiety?
What is a common symptom of anxiety?
- Excessive and persistent worry (correct)
- Feeling sad and hopeless
- Affecting every aspect of a person's life
- Loss of interest in previously enjoyed activities
What is a common symptom of depression?
What is a common symptom of depression?
- Feeling sad and hopeless (correct)
- Affecting every aspect of a person's life
- Loss of interest in previously enjoyed activities
- Excessive and persistent worry
What is the first step towards seeking help and implementing coping mechanisms for anxiety and depression?
What is the first step towards seeking help and implementing coping mechanisms for anxiety and depression?
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What can mental health professionals offer to individuals coping with anxiety and depression?
What can mental health professionals offer to individuals coping with anxiety and depression?
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Study Notes
Mental Health Disorders
- Two mental health disorders mentioned are anxiety and depression.
Symptoms of Anxiety and Depression
- Common symptom of anxiety: a feeling of worry, nervousness, or fear that is persistent and overwhelming.
- Common symptom of depression: feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a loss of interest in activities that were once enjoyable.
Seeking Help and Coping Mechanisms
- First step towards seeking help and implementing coping mechanisms: acknowledging and accepting that one needs help and support.
Role of Mental Health Professionals
- Mental health professionals can offer individuals coping with anxiety and depression: guidance, support, and evidence-based treatments such as therapy and medication to help manage symptoms and improve mental health.
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