2.4.1 Introduction to Mental Health

• Healthy mental health includes managing emotions, functioning effectively psychologically, maintaining good social relationships, and demonstrating resilience
• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) involves intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors or mental acts to alleviate anxiety
• Ineffective coping strategies are considered a psychological factor that can lead to mental health issues
• Arrange the key criteria for defining mental health in a logical order:

  1️⃣ Emotional Well-being

  2️⃣ Psychological Functioning

  3️⃣ Social Relationships

  4️⃣ Resilience
• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) involves intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors to alleviate anxiety.


  True
• What does mental health encompass according to the study material?

  Psychological and emotional well-being
• What are common symptoms of anxiety disorders?

  Excessive worry, fear, nervousness
• Genetic predispositions can increase the risk of developing mental health conditions.


  True
• Match the contributing factors to mental health problems with their categories:

  Brain chemistry imbalances ↔️ Biological

  Past trauma ↔️ Psychological

  Socioeconomic hardships ↔️ Social
• What is the primary characteristic of anxiety disorders?

  Excessive worry and fear
• What is the defining feature of bipolar disorder?

  Mood swings between manic and depressive episodes
• What biological factor can increase the risk of developing mental health conditions?

  Genetic predispositions
• Stigma towards mental health varies across cultures, affecting individuals' willingness to seek help.


  True
• Public stigma refers to negative attitudes held by the general public towards individuals with mental health conditions.


  True
• Steps to reduce mental health stigma

  1️⃣ Increase awareness through education

  2️⃣ Promote positive images in the media

  3️⃣ Encourage open conversations

  4️⃣ Challenge discriminatory policies
• What type of professional support is recommended for managing mental health?

  Counseling or psychotherapy
• Seeking counseling or psychotherapy requires a qualified mental health professional
• Match the criteria for defining mental health with their explanations:

  Emotional Well-being ↔️ Ability to manage emotions appropriately

  Psychological Functioning ↔️ Clear thinking and decision-making

  Social Relationships ↔️ Form and maintain healthy relationships

  Resilience ↔️ Recover quickly from difficulties
• What is the defining feature of bipolar disorder?

  Mood swings
• How do cultural expectations impact mental health?

  Stressful norms trigger problems
• Persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and loss of interest in activities are symptoms of depression
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) involves persistent re-experiencing of a traumatic event
• Biological, psychological, and social factors can all contribute to mental health problems.

  True
• How can high-stress cultural norms affect mental health?

  Exacerbate mental health problems
• Why is understanding cultural aspects crucial for mental health diagnosis and treatment?

  To provide culturally competent care
• What is structural stigma in mental health?

  Systemic policies that disadvantage individuals
• Engaging in regular exercise is a key component of maintaining a healthy lifestyle
• What are examples of mindfulness and relaxation techniques for self-care?

  Meditation, yoga, deep breathing
• Utilizing a combination of self-care strategies and support systems can help individuals manage their mental health
• Schizophrenia is characterized by distorted perceptions of reality
• Trauma can significantly impact mental well-being
• Match the cultural aspect with its corresponding cultural group:

  Beliefs about mental health: Spiritual, family responsibility ↔️ Eastern Culture

  Stigma: Relatively low, increasing awareness ↔️ Western Culture

  Diagnosis and treatment: Rituals, ceremonies, community-based healing ↔️ Indigenous Cultures
• Internalization of public stigma can lead to feelings of shame and low self-esteem
• Practicing mindfulness and relaxation techniques is a self-care strategy for managing mental health.

  True
• Medication should only be considered if prescribed by a doctor for mental health management.


  True
• Match the support system with its description:

  Family and Friends ↔️ Emotional support, understanding, belonging

  Community Resources ↔️ Access to mental health services

  Healthcare Providers ↔️ Coordinating care, monitoring progress