Understanding Mental Illness

What is the main characteristic of an anxiety disorder?

Lack of interest in hobbies and activities
Difficulty sleeping due to feelings of sadness
Overwhelming feelings that disrupt daily life
Persistent and excessive worry about daily activities (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a situation where anxious feelings can be helpful?

Completing a difficult task
Facing a dangerous situation
Attending a social event (correct)
Preparing for a job interview

Which of the following is a key characteristic that distinguishes depression from temporary negative feelings?

Lack of interest in hobbies and activities
Difficulty enduring difficult life events
Feelings of sadness and grief
Persistent and intense feelings that are not proportional to circumstances (correct)

What is a key difference between depression and the negative feelings experienced after a difficult life event?

Depression is a mental health disorder, while negative feelings after a difficult event are a normal response (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of depression?

Lack of interest in hobbies and activities (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a situation where anxious feelings can be harmful?

Completing a routine task at work (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does mental illness refer to?

Conditions affecting mood, thinking, and behavior (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a factor associated with mental illness?

High socioeconomic status (A) Signup and view all the answers

What can help individuals recover from or manage a mental illness?

Early care and seeking treatment (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between 'mental health' and 'mental illness'?

'Mental health' refers to everyone, while 'mental illness' affects only some people (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of the Bell Let's Talk Day and awareness campaign?

To reduce stigma and promote awareness about mental health (A) Signup and view all the answers

According to the World Health Organization, what is the relationship between health and mental health?

'Health' cannot exist without mental health (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of activity can help support relationships with people, pets/creatures, creation/the land/nature, faith, and spirit?

Creative activities (B) Signup and view all the answers

What type of activity can contribute to a holistic understanding of mental health?

Physical activities (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which category of activities includes volunteering and being a good ally?

Ways of helping others (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which types of activities can be tailored to fit each person's unique preferences?

All types of activities mentioned (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which activity supports a child or youth in learning something new?

Activities for the mind like number puzzles (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which activity category involves making something tangible?

Creative activities (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following events is most likely to trigger PTSD?

A natural disaster (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of PTSD?

Nightmares (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about PTSD is true?

In some cases, PTSD symptoms can worsen over time (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a symptom cluster of PTSD?

Delusions (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is characteristic of ADHD?

Difficulty controlling impulses (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which mental illness involves a distortion of reality?

Schizophrenia (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a physical symptom of depression?

Feelings of worthlessness or guilt (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of obsessions in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?

They cause anxiety and distress (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about depression is true?

Depression can be a chronic illness that gets better and then relapses (B) Signup and view all the answers

What are compulsions in the context of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?

Behaviors that get rid of the distress caused by obsessions (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common emotional symptom of depression?

Persistent feelings of sadness and hopelessness (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true about obsessions?

Many people have obsessions in their lives, but this does not always mean they have OCD (C) Signup and view all the answers