Managing Mental & Emotional Health

Decisions For Health Chapter 4: pg. 75 - 94

Emotions
Emotion: feeling produced in response to a life event. - Each emotion is related to a specific set of feelings or behaviors. - Everyone responds differently to life events.

In Class Activity
Divide Your Paper Into 6 Areas Label each area as one of the following: Fear, Love, Happiness, Confidence, Hate, & Sadness. For each emotion, write 3 situations that would make you personally feel those emotions.

In Class Activity
Volunteers to Share situations. Others raise hand if they matched.

Emotions
Learning and experience changes how you respond (baby vs. adult) Shy people can learn to be outgoing. Reckless person can become more cautious.

Emotional Health: is the way a person experiences and deals with emotions.

Teens & Emotions

Both social and physical changes affect teens emotions. Changing Life Roles/Responsibilities/Freedoms Leads to confusing emotions

Teens & Emotions

Hormones: are chemicals that help control how the body grows and functions. - Released by glands into blood stream. - Hormone changes during puberty can throw off emotions.

- More difficult to manage emotions, but can be done.

Homework
Pg. 77 Lesson Review #1, #2
Pg. 81 Lesson Review #5

Understanding Emotions
Feeling one emotion all the time is not healthy. Happy all the time = not good. Need other emotions, such as sadness to learn.

Understanding Emotions
Must experience all emotions for proper health. Emotional Spectrum: set of emotions arranged by how pleasant they are.

Turn to Pg. 78 for picture of spectrum

Self-Esteem

Self-esteem significantly contributes to your emotional health. RESPOND: How do you feel in contributes?

Self-Esteem
Self-esteem: pride in and acceptance of yourself; sense of personal worth. Self-esteem Influences: - relationships w/family, friends, teachers, bosses. - School - Work - Self

Development
Development begins at birth. Reflection of how we are treated by important people (parents, guardians, people seen frequently) You see yourself as what you think they think of you.

Development
Sometimes people dont say what they mean. unaware of interpretation what is said. are influenced by outside source.
NOTE: most parents would not intentionally hurt your self-esteem.

Development
Parents Goal: to criticize negative behavior without putting the worth of the child in question.

Setback: parents are not psychologists. Most people struggle with communicating, especially when dealing with love and support.

Development
EXAMPLE:
PARENT: I dont like you kids when you do that

KID: They dont like me?

Next Slide: Better Example

Development
EXAMPLE:
PARENT: I get scared and nervous when you and your brother fight KID: They really are concerned about me. I am important. What do I need to do to not make them scared and nervous?

Development
- More than just words. - Nonverbal Communication UCLA: Study indicates 93% of communication comes from non-verbal ques.
Body language Emotion Hand Gestures

Development
EXAMPLE:
KID: Drops glass of grape juice on carpet after tripping over their school
bag.

PARENT: Parent drops shoulders and walks slowly (with head down)
towards the couch. Sits on the couch and rubs their head (to signify head ache).

KID: Thinks Oh man, I really messed up again. Look at her. She is really
disappointed now. She wont even say anything to me. She doesnt even want me here. Etc..

Development
There are more serious situations
Neglect/abuse verbally. Neglect/abuse isolation.

Neglect/abuse physically.
WHAT DO YOU DO?

Neglect/Abuse
Either you or someone you know being abused? Talk to a teacher, counselor, principle, coach, pastor, another trusted adult, etc. Department of Human Service (DHS) Harney County Hotline: 877-877-5081

Development
Within the first years of life, you have decided on your self-esteem. May not be a conscience decision, but it is a decision. Self-fulfilling Prophecy Decision Thoughts/beliefs Reality

RESPOND

Once you have developed your self-esteem, can that self-esteem ever change?

Answer
Decision Thoughts/beliefs Reality It all starts with a decision. Think: What is your greatest asset?

Answer
THE POWER OF CHOICE:
In any situation you always have a choice. With each decision you make, you must be willing to accept the consequences, both good and bad. If you dont want to accept the consequences, make a different choice. It is called SELF-esteem for a reason!

RESPOND
What do you think about mandatory warnings on items that are considered harmful for your health?

Self-Esteem Development
Body Image: a persons perception of his or her appearance, level of fitness, and health. Difficult for Teens: 1. Constant body changes through puberty. 2. Media Portrayals (get to this shortly) 3. Standards of Beauty Change Frequently Constant FADS. Like The Mullet.

1960s

1970s

1980s

Big Hair Era (80s/90s)

1990s

2000s

Celebrity Style Changes

Jenifer Aniston

1990s

2000s

Demi Moore

Brad Pitt

Who is this?

Eminem

Who is this?

Jenifer Lopez

Who is this?

Jennifer Garner

Who is this?

Mariah Carey

Who is this?

Zac Efron

Who is this?

President Barack Obama

Who is this?

Ryan Seacrest

Media Portrayals
Alot of what you see in the media is fake. Surgeries

Photoshop
Airbrush Etc.

Heidi Montag
Photoshop or Surgery?

Heidi Montag Surgeries

What is wrong with this picture?

Photo Editing
Is it really even her?

Media Portrayals

Unattainable Beauty News Week Click Here

Media Portrayals
Beauty Transformation Click Here Can be Done For Males Too Click Here More Detailed Transformation Click Here

Article Handout
Step 1 Read article and answer and the following question:
Do you agree that warnings labels should be placed on all altered photos? Step 2 Find a partner and share your response to the question. Step 3 Share aloud / Debate exercise?

Discussion

Discuss Class Opening Question

Homework: Write a page summary on how you feel body image can affect self-esteem.

Building Your Self-Esteem

Because Self-Esteem is a self reflection of our decision (choice), we can improve our selfesteem.

Accept Yourself
Accepting yourself = best way to raise self-esteem.
How? Assess your strengths & weaknesses Dont be modest. No one needs to know!

Dont compare strengths/weaknesses to others.

Accept Yourself
Understand:
Everyone has different strengths/weaknesses You a going to be great in some areas You are going to be not-so-great in other areas NO ONE HAS IT ALL!

Use what you have, not worry about what you dont.

Accept Yourself
Dont spend energy on improving things you cant control. Work on developing new strengths/skills. The sooner you start accepting yourself, the sooner others will accept you (not a fake you).

Use Positive Self-Talk

We are constantly talking to ourselves. Usually not verbally, but internally:
I am an idiot. My hair is so frizzy I am so weak I cant talk to that girl I am going to fail anyway My clothes suck I am so clumsy Why did I do that? I suck at shooting I am so fat I am so stupid Why try? I dont have a good smile I have bad skin

Use Positive Self-Talk

Positive Self-Talk: talking to yourself in a positive way about your characteristics and abilities.

Be Good at Something
Everyone has something that they are good at. Playing guitar, singing, drawing, writing, football, volleyball, basketball, making people laugh, being a good friend, listener, reading, leadership, etc Make the most of it!

RESPOND
2 Minutes What are your strengths? What are the things that you believe you are good at? LIST AS MANY AS POSSIBLE!

Be Good at Something
If you do the things that you are good at, you will build your confidence, thus your self-esteem.
If you know you are good at one thing, you wont be afraid or upset to try new things.

Be Good at Something
Take out a piece of paper & pencil.
Arrange desks into circle. Listen for instructions.

Use I Statements
It is hard to take responsibility, especially for our own feelings. EXAMPLE: It is really hard to make friends Statement: this implies that it is hard for everyone to make friends, not just the person saying this. Better: I sometimes have trouble making friends.

Use I Statements
EXAMPLE: You made me feel terrible when you told me that Sonya is smarter than I am Statement: this implies that it is the other persons fault for the feelings of the person saying this.

Better: I felt hurt when you said that Sonya is smarter than I am.

Use I Statements
It is easier to speak in generalizations, but it does not allow you to
clearly state how you feel. take responsibility for your feelings. to communicate to others. improve your self-esteem (false understanding).

Use I Statements
Homework: We always feel some sort of emotion in response to someone elses behavior (good or bad). Write 10 I Statements for the way you have felt for recent events in your life (within the last week).

NOTE: At least 7 of the 10 must be in response to a negative behavior.

Develop a Support Group

Support Group: people in your life whom you trust and with whom you are able to talk openly. Self Disclosure: telling another person meaningful information about yourself.

Develop a Support Group

Benefits of Support Group:
1. Time to Reflect On Yourself 2. Accurate Perceptions of What Others Think of You 3. Learn From Others 4. Share Same Thoughts/Fears/Triumphs 5. Better Appreciate Similarities/Differences 6. Greater Friendships 7. Increased Self-Esteem

IMPORTANT: 1st Build a relationship on trust and mutual respect before disclosing personal details of your life. Be careful of who you open up to.

Develop a Support Group

A support group can be
1. A formal meeting of people who come together with the purpose of support. 2. Informal gathering of people who share experiences, thoughts, feelings, etc (most of you will experience this).

Develop a Support Group

EXERCISE:

Write down 5 people who you think could be included into your support group. Why?

RESPOND

What do you think the relationship is between self-confidence and peer pressure?

Resist Peer Pressure

Low Self-Esteem Risk of Peer Pressure
- Lack of Confidence in Self - Easily Influenced By Others - Searching For Acceptance

Resist Peer Pressure

Learning to Trust/Make Decisions for yourself Builds Confidence! When you act for yourself, you are the only one responsible for your decisions. Ownership can either hurt or improve your self-esteem (depending on what you do). NOTE: You should still listen for advice, ideas, suggestions of trusted people, but still make your own choices!

Act With Integrity

Once you appreciate yourself, you can better appreciate the worth of other people.
People w/high self-esteem look out for the interest of other people. Self-esteem allows you to treat others w/respect & compassion.

Act With Integrity

INTEGRITY: What you do, how you think, or how you act when no one is watching (or when you think no one is watching).
Are you the same person regardless of the situation?

Act With Integrity

People w/a low self-esteem are easily manipulated. People w/a high self-esteem would not manipulate.

ADDED BONUS: When people with high self-esteem encourage/build-up others, self-esteem is raised even further.

15 Tips to Boost Self-Esteem

# 1: Make a list of your good qualities and keep it with you at all times. Place extra copies on your mirror, in your locker, or other places you will see it. Read over the list on a regular basis and at any time when you experience negative thoughts.

15 Tips to Boost Self-Esteem

# 2: Avoid wasting time thinking about your negatives.

15 Tips to Boost Self-Esteem

# 3: Seek new challenges in your life. Dont be afraid to try new things. Mastering a new task or ability can build self-esteem.

15 Tips to Boost Self-Esteem

# 4: Avoid putting yourself down to others or to yourself. Accept compliments with a thank you and a smile.

15 Tips to Boost Self-Esteem

# 5: Find something that you do very well and work to improve that skill.

15 Tips to Boost Self-Esteem

# 6: Reward yourself when you accomplish a task or finish a project.

15 Tips to Boost Self-Esteem

# 7: Accept the fact that neither you nor anyone else is perfect. Avoid dwelling on mistakes; laugh them off and continue with the positive.

15 Tips to Boost Self-Esteem

# 8: Take a moment to look at yourself in the mirror each day an give yourself a verbal compliment.

15 Tips to Boost Self-Esteem

# 9: Keep yourself well groomed, maintain a positive attitude, and develop a sense of humor to handle difficult situations.

15 Tips to Boost Self-Esteem

# 10: Join at least one activity that involves other people. Volunteer for service with an organization or group in your school or community.

15 Tips to Boost Self-Esteem

# 11: Associate with other positive thinkers in your school and community. Create your own support group of friends who are a positive influence on you and your self-esteem.

15 Tips to Boost Self-Esteem

# 12: Dont fight a fact; deal with it. Try to avoid thinking that people and things in your life that are out of your control should be different. They arent and that is the reality.

15 Tips to Boost Self-Esteem

# 13: Accept that life does not have to be perfect for you to be happy. Happiness is a way of thinking; a content feeling, not constant euphoria.

15 Tips to Boost Self-Esteem

# 14: Remember that sometimes bad things happen that are not within your control. Expect this and try not to let it set you back too much. Do the best you can to change what you can, and avoid dwelling on what you cannot change.

15 Tips to Boost Self-Esteem

# 15: Remind yourself that each of us is important and valuable. Try to be the best you you can be. Remember, youre the best one for the job.

Emotions & Defense Mechanisms

Defense Mechanisms: automatic behaviors used to reduce uncomfortable stress. - Defense mechanisms can be mature or immature.

- Mature mechanisms help relieve stress honestly and directly.

Types of Defense Mechanisms

Type: Denial (immature) Description: - Not thinking about stressful problems, thoughts, feelings. Example: - Aaran should be worried about his grades in math, but he is not studying for his next math test.

Types of Defense Mechanisms

Type: Projection (immature) Description: - uncomfortable thoughts/feelings dealt with by transferring them to others. Example: - Aaran has a crush on Karen, but he denies this and insists she has a crush on him.

Types of Defense Mechanisms

Type: Devaluation (immature) Description: - assigning negative qualities to oneself or others. Example: - Aaran did not make the team. Instead of admitting he is disappointed, he complains about how many games the team lost last year.

Types of Defense Mechanisms

Type: Sublimation (mature) Description: - Uncomfortable or dangerous feelings channeled into more acceptable behaviors. Example: - Aaran is angry with his younger sister, so he works off his frustration in the gym.

Types of Defense Mechanisms

Type: Humor (mature) Description: - focuses on amusing aspects of the situation Example: - Aaran dents his parents car while driving in a snow storm. He jokes, at least its not raining.

Types of Defense Mechanisms

Type: Self-observation (mature) Description: - dealt with by reflecting on thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and then expressed emotions in a healthy way. Example: - Aaran is mad and hurt because he did not get invited to Karens party. Aaran talks to Karen about his feelings and asks for an explanation.

Homework
Pg. 89 Lesson Review #2, #3

Mental Illness

Mental Illness
Mental Illness: disorder that affects a persons thought emotions, and behaviors. - 1 out of every 6 people has a mental illness.

- Cause of mental illness not fully understood.

- Some illnesses run in families, so some might be inherited.

- Illegal Drugs may trigger chemical inbalance in brain that sets off illnesses.

Mental Illness
Illnesses grouped by kinds of emotional and behavior changes they cause. Treating illnesses involves counseling as well as medication that balances brain chemistry.

When proper treatment is found, individuals often lead normal lives.

Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety Disorder: is an illness that causes unusually strong nervousness, worry, or panic. - Vary in how long unusual feelings last. - Vary in what causes feelings to occur. - May occur over a long time, or over short bursts.

Anxiety Disorders
Panic Disorder: causes a person to have brief periods of extreme anxiety called panic attacks.

Panic Attacks: triggered by specific things called phobias. Common Phobias: fear of animals, social situations, flying, etc.

Anxiety Disorders
Obsessions: repetitive thoughts Compulsions: rituals to attempt to overcome anxiety Common compulsions: excessive counting or washing Anxiety + Compulsions = Anxiety Disorder

*Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)

Bipolar Mood Disorder

Mood Disorder: is an illness in which people have uncontrollable mood changes. Bipolar: type of mood disorder in which individual experiences two extremes, depression and mania. AKA: Manic depression.

Bipolar Mood Disorder

Two Extremes: Depression, Mania Depression: is a disorder that causes mood of extreme sadness or hopelessness. Mania: mood that causes excessive energy and irritation.

Bipolar Mood Disorder

- Depressed People: sleep and eat more or less than normal. - Manic People: very active and need little sleep. Also, thoughts race and become disorganized. Talk very fast.

Bipolar Mood Disorder

The 2 extremes of disorder are usually separated by normal moods.
However, extreme states may last from weeks to months.

Bipolar Mood Disorder

People with BMD may:
- Experience /believe things that are not real.
- Hallucination - False Beliefs

- Think they are famous, or have a special relationship with someone who is famous (Clay Walker Story)

Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia: disorder in which a person breaks from reality in several ways. - People with Schizophrenia dont always have the same symptoms. - Most: hallucinations, delusions, paranoia.

Paranoia: is the belief that other people want to harm you.

Schizophrenia
People with Schizophrenia May: - unorganized thinking - nonsense speech - periods when body frozen in 1 position - express little emotion - hallucinations/delusions (TELL STORY OF COLLEGE ROOMATE)

Homework

Pg. 93 Lesson Review #1, #2, #3, #4