Mental illness is very common.

true

Mental illnesses are the only factors that affect mental health. false

Most people with depression dont get treatment. true

Eating disorders are only about appearance. false

Pregnant women and new mothers may have increased mental health risks. true

Diet and exercise have no effect on mental health. false

People can recover from serious traumatic events. true

1. All stress is bad for the body. false

2. Stress is caused by working too much. false

3. Stress can cause your hair to fall out. true

4. Planning ahead prevents stress. true

5. Those with chronic stress should consider getting a pet. true

6. Visualization is a form of stress relief that involves thinking positive thoughts. true

7. Letting your anger out immediately is a good way to avoid stress. false

8. Laughter is one of the best ways to relieve stress. true

9. Deep relaxation raises blood pressure. false

10. When you are feeling stressed out you should choose a cup of coffee over a
banana. - trues

What is the most common mental health disorder?

1. Eating Disorders
2. Schizophrenia
3. Depression
4. Epilepsy
Who is most likely to commit suicide?

1. Young men
2. Middle aged men

3. Old men

4. all of these

What are not physical symptoms of depression?

1. Sleeping for longer

2. Lessened sex drive
3. Constipation
4. Loss of appetite

1. Which gland in your body is responsible for the stress response?

A. Lymph gland B. Pituitary gland C. Thyroid gland D. All of the

above
2. Acute stress is the most common form of stress. Which of these can cause
acute stress?
A. Inadvertently sending your car into a skid on slick pavement B. Skiing

downhill on a difficult slope C. Making a presentation before a roomful of people

D. Any of the above

3. Which of these is a symptom of acute stress?

A. Heartburn B. Diarrhea C. Sweaty palms D. Dizziness E. All of

the above
4. Chronic stress is the stress that wears at people day after day. Which of
these is an example of chronic stress?
 A. An unhappy marriage B. Ongoing money problems C. Dissatisfaction

with a job D. All of the above

5. Stress can affect not only your health, but also other aspects of your life.
What else can be affected by stress?
A. Family relationships B. Work performance C. Your attention to safety

D. All of the above

6. Which of these suggestions is an effective way to deal with stress?

A. Meditation B. Exercise C. Talking with others D. All of the above

What is stress?

Women are more likely than men to develop a depression related to stress.

Being totally stress-free is a good thing.

Importance of keeping once mental state healthy