Chapter 5Lesson 2: Mental Disorders

Mental disorders are medical conditions that require diagnosis and treatment.

What are Mental Disorders?

� A mental Disorder is an illness of the mind that can affect the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors of a person, preventing him or her from leading a happy, healthful, and productive life.

How many Americans are affected by mental disorders?

� 1 in every 4� Many do not seek treatment because they

feel embarrassed or ashamed.� Others worry about the stigma associated

with mental disorders.� A stigma is a mark

of shame or disapproval that results in an individual being shunned or rejected by others.

Types of Mental Disorders

� Anxiety Disorders - conditions in which real or imagined fears are difficult to control.

–Phobia –Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder–Panic Disorder–Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders–Generalized Anxiety Disorder

Types of Mental Disorders

� Impulse Control Disorders - people with impulse control disorders cannot resist the urge to hurt themselves or others.–Kleptomania–Cutting–Pyromania–Excessive gambling–Compulsive shopping

Types of Mental Disorders

� Eating Disorders - psychological pressures, possible genetic factors, and an obsession with body image and thinness can lead to an eating disorder.–Anorexia Nervosa –Bulimia Nervosa–Binge Eating Disorder

Types of Mental Disorders

� Mood Disorders - illnesses, often with an organic cause, that involves mood extremes that interfere with everyday living.

–Clinical Depression–Bipolar Disorder

Types of Mental Disorders

� Conduct Disorders - a pattern of behavior in which the rights of others or basic social rules are violated.Examples:– Lying– Theft– Aggression– Violence– Truancy– Arson– Vandalism

Types of Mental Disorders

� Schizophrenia - a severe mental disorder in which a person loses contact with reality.– Symptoms include delusions,

hallucinations, and thought disorders.– Professional help and medication are

needed to treat the illness successfully.

Types of Mental Disorders

� Personality Disorders - people afflicted with personality disorders think and behave in ways that make it difficult for them to get along with others.~ Antisocial Personality Disorder~ Borderline Personality Disorder~ Passive-Aggressive Personality

Disorder

Lesson 3: Suicide PreventionCertain risk factors increase thoughts

of suicide and suicide attempts.

Suicide is the act of intentionally taking one’s own life.

It’s the third leading cause of death for teens ages 15-19.

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Knowing the Facts About Suicide

Suicide Risk Factors :Among those who commit suicide, 2 risk

factors are common.

� More than 90% are suffering from depression or another mental disorder

� Or have a history of abusing alcohol or other drugs.

Sometimes both risk factors are present.

Strategies to Prevent Suicide

Recognizing the signs of suicide may help prevent it.

Warning signs of suicide should be taken seriously. The more signs a person exhibits, the more likely it is that s/he is thinking about suicide.

� Verbal Signs –~ Direct Statements such as:“I want to die”“I don’t want to live anymore”“I wish I were dead”

Suicide Warning Signs

~ Indirect Statements such as:“I won’t have to put up with this much longer.”“I just want to go to sleep and never wake up.”“They’ll be sorry when I’m gone.”“Soon this pain with be over.”“I can’t take it anymore.”“Nothing matters.”

Suicide Warning Signs

~ Writing poems, song lyrics, or diary entries that deal with death

~ Suicide threats or insinuations that are either direct or indirect

Suicide Warning Signs

� Nonverbal or Behavioral Signs -~ An unusual obsession with death~ Withdrawal from friends~ Dramatic changes in personality, hygiene,

or appearance~ Impulsive, irrational, or bizarre behavior~ An overwhelming sense of guilt, shame, or

rejection; negative self-evaluation

Suicide Warning Signs

� Nonverbal or Behavioral Signs (con’t.)-~ Substance Abuse~ Frequent complaints about physical

symptoms such as stomachaches, headaches, fatigue

~ Persistent boredom~ Violent actions, rebellious behavior, or

running away~ Intolerance for praise or rewards

Critical Thinking….

� How is a 2 year old who fell in the middle of a pool and is drowning like a teenager who is depressed or suicidal?1.2.3.4.5.

More Strategies to Help Prevent Suicide

� He or she MUST be taken seriously� Never bargain with someone who is

thinking about suicide� Any discussion or suggestion about

suicide requires immediate intervention

� Seek adult assistance without delay

Strategies to Prevent Suicide

Despite the fact that depression is very treatable, untreated depression is the leading cause of suicide.

Knowing methods for effectively expressing feelings and opinions can help people suffering from depression, extreme stress, or other mental and emotional problems find new purpose and happiness.

Helping Others

Did you know you can use CLUES to remember how to communicate effectively with a friend who is suffering emotionally?C - connectL - listenU - understandE - express concernS - seek help

Helping Others

� Initiate a meaningful conversation –Showing interest and compassion for a person is an important first step.

� Show support & ask questions –Remind the person that most problems have solutions.

� Try to persuade the person to seek help –Offer to go with the person to get help.

How to Save a Life – The Fray

� Mark Pellington - The Fray

� Write a brief essay explaining your thoughts after talking about suicide and or watching this video.

Hold On – Good Charlotte

� 'Hold On' – Video

� Write a brief essay explaining your thoughts after talking about suicide prevention and or watching this video.

Multiple Suicides

� Sometimes within a teen population, cluster suicides occur. These are a series of suicides occurring within a short period of time and involving several people in the same school or community.

Lesson 4: Getting Help

� Knowing When to Get Help :1.) You feel trapped with no way out, or you

worry all the time.2.) Your feelings affect your sleep, school,

job, or relationships.3.) Your family or friends express concern

about your behavior.4.) You are becoming involved with alcohol

or other drugs.5.) You are becoming increasingly

aggressive, violent, or reckless.

Signs That Professional Help is Needed

– Prolonged Sadness for no specific reason

– Frequent outbursts of anger– Overwhelming fear– Anxiety– Anger at the world– Unexplained change in sleeping or

eating habits– Social Withdrawal

Stumbling Blocks to Seeking Help

– Asking for help from a mental health professional does not mean that a person is weak . It shows responsibility for one’s own wellness.

– People who have mental disorders often cannot get better on their own , and require professional intervention.

– Sharing your deepest thoughts with a “stranger” is not painful or embarrassing . In fact, most people are surprised and happy to find out that unloading problems is a great relief.

Therapy Methods

� Psychotherapy� Behavior therapy� Cognitive therapy� Family therapy� Group therapy� Drug therapy

Ch. 5 Textbook Assignment

� Pages 132-133– # 1-8– # 11-19

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