Transcript seasonal depression

Mental Health
Health Day A / B
Definition
• Definition
• A state of well-being in which the individual realizes
his or her own abilities, can cope with the normal
stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully,
and is able to make a contribution to his or her
community
Key Terms
• Normality – The psychological characteristics
attributed to the majority of people in population at
a given time.
• What are “normal” characteristics of people in
todays society
• What is not considered “normal”
Key Terms
• Self – Concept – The ideas, feelings, and
perceptions one has about oneself
- Also referred to self – image
• Self – Esteem – Satisfaction and confidence in
oneself; valuing of self
• Autonomy – Independence; the sense of being selfdirected
Behavior Terms
• Other Directed – Guided in behavior by the values
and expectations of others.
• Is this good or bad?
• Should others guide your behavior?
Behavior Terms
• Inner Directed – Guided in behavior by an inner set
of rules and values.
• Is this a good or bad?
• Should your behaviors be directed by your inner
thoughts and feelings?
Defense Mechanisms
• Definition
• A mental mechanism for coping with conflict or
anxiety.
Defense Mechanisms
• Examples
-Refer to chart
- Do any of you have these tendencies?
Dealing with Anger
• Is it healthy to be angry?
• Yes, how you deal with anger and express it are
key.
If You Feel Angry…..
1.) Reframe you thought, try and gain a better
understanding of the situation
• What are some example situations?
2.) Distract yourself
• Count to 10
• Take a deep breath
• Walk away for a few seconds
Anxiety Disorders
• Anxiety – A feeling of fear that is not directed
toward any definite threat
- What can cause anxiety?
Anxiety Disorders
• Specific phobia – A persistent and excessive fear of
a specific object, activity, or situation
• Social Phobia – An excessive fear of performing in
public
• Panic Disorder – A syndrome of severe anxiety
attacks accompanied by physical symptoms
Anxiety Disorders
• Generalized Anxiety Disorder – An anxiety disorder
characterized by excessive, uncontrollable worry
about all kinds of things and anxiety in many
situations.
• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder – An anxiety disorder
characterized by uncontrollable, recurring thoughts
and performing of senseless rituals.
• Post Traumatic Stress Disorder – An anxiety disorder
characterized by reliving traumatic events thoughts
dreams, flashbacks, and hallucinations.
Treating Anxiety
Disorders
• Psychological Interventions
- Seeking profession help
- Therapy Sessions
• Medications
- Prescribed medications
Mood Disorders
• Occur when emotional disturbances become so
intense and persistent that they effect the normal
functioning of a person
• What does that mean?
Mood Disorders
• Depression – A Mood disorder characterized by loss
of interest, sadness, hopelessness, loss of appetite,
disturbed sleep, and other physical symptoms
• Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) – A mood
disorder characterized by seasonal depression,
usually occurring in winter when there is less
daylight.
Mood Disorders
• Mania – A mood disorder characterized by
excessive elation, irritability, talkativeness, inflated
self-esteem, and expansiveness.
• Bipolar Disorder – A mental illness characterized by
alternating periods of depression and mania
Getting Help
• Self – Help
- What cane you do to help yourself
- Be aware of your current mental health status
- Keep a journal
- Do some research
• Peer Counseling / Support Groups
• Professional Help
- Do not hesitate