Knowledge Quiz
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Is alcoholism a family illness?
True
Alcoholism is a family illness. Alcoholism can result in negative feelings in family members such as guilt, shame and anger. Often there are other family problems such as child abuse or neglect, partner abuse, or money problems. Remember you are not alone and if alcohol is a problem in your family get help.
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Dry mouth, nausea, lightheadedness, shortness of breath and sweating are physical symptoms of anxiety?
True
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health problems that
occur in adolescents. Anxiety is a real illness that can be
debilitating and effect your well-being. Physical symptoms of anxiety
disorders include: dry mouth, nausea, lightheadedness, hyperventilation
or shortness of breath and sweating. Treatment works for many teens
that have anxiety disorders.
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Anger is always a bad feeling.
False
Anger is a normal human emotion. The causes of anger vary from
person to person and from situation to situation. Everyone feels angry
sometimes. Anger is a feeling and isn't good or bad. It's what you
do with your angry feelings that count. It is important to express your
angry feelings in ways that help you keep control and won't hurt
others. Some ways include: Stopping and thinking carefully before you
speak,. Calmly and clearly explaining why you are angry and what the
problem is, and remembering to use statements that focus on you
and your needs, wants and feelings.
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Depression is something that adults suffer from. It rarely affects teenagers.
False
It is reported that depression affects more teens today than ever
before. Adolescent depression affects 750,000 teens at any one time. It
is important to remember that depression is a medical illness and is
treatable. You or your friends do not have to face this alone.
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Relationship violence consists of only physical abuse.
False
Relationship violence is physical, emotional, sexual, financial, or verbal abuse committed by one partner against the other. In addition to the term relationship violence, "domestic violence" and "dating violence" are also used interchangeably to descrive the same tactics. However, to be labeled domestic, the couple must be living together.
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There are subtle clues that someone is seriously thinking about suicide.
True
Often there are subtle clues that someone is seriously thinking about suicide. These clues should be taken seriously. Some of the clues are:
- Statements about feeling hopeless, helpless or worthless
- Behavior or statements that indicate good-byes
- Isolates himself or herself, especially from loved ones and activites he/she used to enjoy
- Engages in risky behaviors like driving to fast or using alcohol/drugs
- Drastically increases alcohol or drug use
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