https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4 This blog provides information and resources on mental health to help spread awareness en-us 2020-12-02 21:11:43 UTC 2024-11-25 19:53:05 UTC hello@padlet.com adamseg https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/984469294 The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC, 2011) reported that 22% of youths suffer from a mental disorder that has the potential to affect their lifelong functioning

The CDC also reported that more than 50% will be diagnosed with a mental illness or disorder at some point in their lifetime]]> 2020-12-03 16:34:51 UTC https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/984469294 adamseg https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/984485855 "Given the high likelihood that adolescents will experience mental distress or encounter a peer with a mental illness, it is important that youths  have adequate mental health literacy"

Mental health literacy: knowledge about causes or risk factors, help sources, attitudes about seeking help, and how to seek additional mental health information]]> 2020-12-03 16:38:01 UTC https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/984485855 adamseg https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/984635217 The Say It Out Loud program was created by the National Alliance of Mental Illness to raise awareness by providing a toolkit with information and to get teens to start talking about mental health

Video featuring three teen's personal experiences with mental health]]> 2020-12-03 17:06:15 UTC https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/984635217 adamseg https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/984748095 2020-12-03 17:28:16 UTC https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/984748095 adamseg https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/984981017 This test is a free and private way, proven by research, to help learn if you are showing warning signs of a mental illness (not a diagnosis)

After completing, the site provides information, tools, and resources to help individuals understand and improve their mental health.]]> 2020-12-03 18:14:27 UTC https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/984981017 adamseg https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/985030103 Questionnaire to determine the degree of stress one may be experiencing]]> 2020-12-03 18:24:06 UTC https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/985030103 adamseg https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/985075880 2020-12-03 18:33:27 UTC https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/985075880 adamseg https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/985328334 2020-12-03 19:23:55 UTC https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/985328334 adamseg https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/985368717 There is no single cause, but here are some factors that contribute to risk for mental illness:
• History of mental illness in a blood relative
• Ongoing (chronic) medical condition 
• Stressful life situations
• Use of alcohol or recreational drugs
• Traumatic experiences
• Abuse or neglect
• Brain defect or injury
• Few healthy relationships
• Previous mental illness
Reference: WebMD Medical Reference- reviewed on June 30, 2020]]> 2020-12-03 19:32:33 UTC https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/985368717 adamseg https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/985525514 - Sleep or appetite changes
- Extreme mood changes
- Withdrawal
- Decrease in functioning
- Apathy
- Confused or problems thinking
- Feeling disconnected
- Problems with alcohol or drug use
- Unusual behavior
- Nervousness
- Inability to cope with daily problems and stress
Reference: American Psychiatric Association, July 2018]]> 2020-12-03 20:09:38 UTC https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/985525514 adamseg https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/985559582 There are more than 200 classified types of mental illness, but here are some of the main types:
• Anxiety Disorders
• Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
• Disruptive Behavioral Disorders
• Depression and Other Mood Disorders
• Eating Disorders
• Personality Disorders
•Post-traumatic Stress Disorder
•Schizophrenia Spectrum or Other Psychotic Disorders 
• Substance Use Disorders 
Reference: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention]]> 2020-12-03 20:19:01 UTC https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/985559582 adamseg https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/985633963 Mental health stigma is understood as the result of four social-cognitive processes: cues, stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination ]]> 2020-12-03 20:40:14 UTC https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/985633963 adamseg https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/985646492 2020-12-03 20:44:01 UTC https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/985646492 adamseg https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/986034275 2020-12-03 23:25:29 UTC https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/986034275 adamseg https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/986046753 2020-12-03 23:32:07 UTC https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/986046753 adamseg https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/986435972 2020-12-04 02:40:13 UTC https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/986435972 adamseg https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/986436665 2020-12-04 02:40:34 UTC https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/986436665 adamseg https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/988756317 Given the numerous statistics around mental health, it is so important that individuals are informed with this information. Talking about mental health, especially during middle school years is very important because they experience many different things that can contribute to risk for mental illness.  With the mental health stigma, it could prevent adolescents from seeking information and help. A great way to provide this information is to involve it during school. A few states have now made mental health a requirement in schools curriculum.

I included a video from peoples personal experiences with mental health and an article on celebrities that have opened up about their mental health because it is so important people know and understand others are going through the same thing and they are not alone. I provided basic information on mental health as well as resources for books about mental health, tests to assess an individuals mental health, and other sources to spread awareness. ]]> 2020-12-04 18:41:14 UTC https://padlet.com/adamseg/ei3kr2spfuv53yh4/wish/988756317