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Mental Health “Just as things go wrong in all other organs of the body, things can go wrong in the most important organ

Mental Health “Just as things go wrong in all other organs of the body, things can go wrong in the most important organ of all: THE BRAIN. Good Charlotte “HOLD ON”. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tj31k1SsaZg&feature=related. DEPRESSION. SUICIDE.

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Mental Health “Just as things go wrong in all other organs of the body, things can go wrong in the most important organ

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  1. Mental Health“Just as things go wrong in all other organs of the body, things can go wrong in the most important organ of all: THE BRAIN

  2. Good Charlotte“HOLD ON” • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tj31k1SsaZg&feature=related

  3. DEPRESSION SUICIDE 3rd leading cause of death among 15-24 year olds 1 in 8 30% of teens get help 18 minutes 70% struggle through the pain 8 out 10 teens who commit suicide try to ask for help in some way

  4. Mental Health • Definition: Being able to meet the daily challenges of life, having high self-esteem and developing healthy relationships. • Mental Disorders: • Depression, Anxiety Disorders, OCD, Bipolar

  5. Depression • Why Do People Get Depressed • Genetics • Environment • Life events • Medical Conditions • How people respond to someone who is depressed? • Affects all people of every color, race, economic status, or age.

  6. Symptoms of Depression • Depressed mood or sadness most of the time • Lack of energy and feeling tired all the time • Inability to enjoy things • Withdrawal from friends/family • Irritability, anger or anxiety • Inability to concentrate • Significant weight loss or gain • Significant change in sleep pattern • Feelings of guilt or worthlessness • Aches and pain • Pessimistic and Indifferent • Thoughts of death or suicide

  7. Normal stresses of life can lead anyone to feel sad every once and a while. Ex: argument, breakup, doing poorly on a test, cut from a team Sadness, hurt, disappointment, or grief. Reactions are brief and go away. More than occasionally feeling sad or down in the dumps. Symptoms last for weeks, months, or even longer Inability to participate in normal activities Changes Mood, thoughts, outlook and behavior Pull away from others Sadness vs. Depression

  8. Getting Help • One of the most treatable conditions • 80% who get help for depression have a better quality of life. • Treatment: therapy, medication or a combo of both. • Mood Boosting activities: exercise, yoga, journaling, or art • DON’T WAIT AND HOPE THAT IT GOES AWAY • SEVERE DEPRESSION = Help ASAP

  9. SUICIDE • Girls attempt suicide more often than guys but guys are about 4 times more likely to succeed. • Possible Causes: Depression (Sleep disturbances and hormones) Bipolar Disorder, Substance Abuse • Why? • ESCAPE not DIE

  10. Warning Signs • Talking about suicide or death • Talk about “going away” • Giving away possessions – “Won’t be needing” • Pulling away and losing the desire to go out • Trouble concentrating or thinking clearly • Changes in eating or sleeping • Engaging in self-destructive behavior

  11. What if this is you? • Talk to a trusted adult • Suicide crisis line 1-800-SUICIDE OR 911 • 24 hours a day with trained professionals • All calls are confidental

  12. SUICIDE • Sometimes, teens who make a suicide attempt – or who die as a result of suicide – seem to give no clue beforehand. • Leaves family/friends grief stricken and wondering if they missed something.

  13. Coping Problems • Being a teen is not easy. • Communication/Support networks • Ask for “Help” • Work with a therapist/counselor

  14. Rascal Flatts “Why” • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nd-2EkA4LgI

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