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How did the Asian tsunami impact mental health in Sri Lanka?
What was the main focus of the initiatives mentioned in the text?
What did the emergency resources mobilized after the Asian tsunami lead to in Sri Lanka?
How many times the benefits in extra years of healthy life and productivity were generated by every dollar invested in treating depression and anxiety according to a study of 36 countries?
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In which countries was the study about treating depression and anxiety conducted?
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What type of systems were aimed to be strengthened through the mentioned initiatives?
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What did some countries do in response to emergency situations to improve their mental health systems?
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What benefits were generated by investments in treating depression and anxiety, as mentioned in the text?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the four basic dimensions of mental health and well-being?
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Which of the following emotions is NOT listed as an example?
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What is the main reason stated in the text for why mental health should matter to individuals and families?
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Which of the following statements about mental illness is NOT true?
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Based on the information provided, which of the following statements is true about the four dimensions of mental health?
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Which of the following emotions from the list is considered a positive emotion?
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What can happen when an individual's mental health suffers?
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Which of the following statements about mental illness is true, based on the information provided?
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What is the relationship between changes in emotions and mental health?
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Based on the information provided, which of the following statements is true?
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Study Notes
Mental Health Matters
- Mental health is just as important as physical health
- It's not the same thing as the absence of a mental illness
- Mental health includes emotional, psychological, and social well-being
- It can influence:
- How you feel about yourself, the world, and your life
- Your ability to solve problems and overcome challenges
- Changes in emotions often accompany changes in mental health
4 Basic Dimensions of Mental Health and Well-being
- Thoughts
- The way you think about something has a big impact on your mental health
- Changes in thoughts often go along with changes in mental health
- Body Reactions
- Emotions
- Examples of emotions/feelings:
- Happiness or joy
- Contentment
- Calmness
- Excitement
- Feeling love or affection
- Confusion
- Boredom
- Relief
- Irritability or anger
- Frustration
- Anxiety or fear
- Sadness or feeling down
- Embarrassment
- Hopelessness
- Disgust
- Examples of emotions/feelings:
- Behaviours
Why Should Mental Health Matter to You and Your Family?
- When your mental health suffers, it can become hard to enjoy life
- You may start to feel run down, both mentally and physically
- Many of these changes can make it harder to enjoy a balanced and rewarding life
- Everyone can benefit from learning how to enhance and protect their mental health—whether or not they’ve experienced mental illness, or a substance use problem
What is Mental Illness?
- Mental illnesses are health conditions involving changes in emotion, thinking, or behavior (or a combination of these)
- Can be associated with distress and/or problems functioning in social, work, or family activities
- Is nothing to be ashamed of
- It is a medical problem, just like heart disease or diabetes
Diagnosis and Treatment
- Mental health conditions are treatable and improvement is possible
- Many people with mental health conditions return to full functioning
- Some mental illness is preventable
- Diagnosis often involves a full health evaluation including a physical exam
- Self-help and support can be very important to an individual’s coping, recovery, and well-being
- Lifestyle changes, such as good nutrition, exercise, and adequate sleep, can support mental health and recovery
20 Things You Should Know About Mental Health
- Mental disorders are common
- Nearly a billion people around the world live with a diagnosable mental disorder
- Many people with mental health conditions return to full functioning
- Investment in mental health care pays off
- Every dollar invested in treating depression and anxiety generates five times the benefits in extra years of healthy life and productivity
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Test your knowledge on caring for clients with maladaptive behavior patterns in mental health and mental illness. Explore topics such as mental health dimensions, importance of mental health, and understanding mental illnesses.
