Analyzing Influences on Mental Health, Media Influences

What is the difference between internal and external influences?

• Internal influences are personal factors such as thoughts and feelings, while external influences are outside factors like social media and cultural norms.

• Internal influences are always negative, while external influences are always positive.

• Internal influences refer to physical surroundings, while external influences refer to personal beliefs.

• Internal influences are determined by government policies, while external influences are based on individual choices.

How can media portrayals affect mental health perceptions?

• They have no impact on mental health perceptions.

• They can shape public perceptions, leading to stereotypes or misconceptions.

• They only affect the perceptions of mental health professionals.

• They improve the understanding of mental health issues among the public.

What is eustress?

• A negative form of stress that hinders performance.

• A positive form of stress that can motivate individuals and enhance their performance.

• A type of stress that has no impact on performance.

• A form of stress that only affects physical health.

What is stigma in the context of mental health?

• A negative attitude towards individuals with physical health issues.

• A term used to describe the positive support for mental health awareness.

• The negative attitudes and beliefs that society holds about individuals with mental health issues, often leading to discrimination and social exclusion.

• A psychological condition that affects only a small percentage of the population.

How can learning about mental health reduce stigma?

• By increasing awareness, understanding, and empathy towards those affected, thereby promoting acceptance and support.

• By encouraging people to ignore mental health issues altogether.

• By making mental health problems seem less serious and important.

• By isolating those who are affected from the community.

What is an external influence on mental health?

• Social media

• Genetic predisposition

• Personal resilience

• Sleep patterns

What strategies can help improve mental health?

• Regular exercise and healthy eating

• Watching TV and playing video games

• Ignoring problems and avoiding social interactions

• Eating junk food and sleeping late

What are environmental influences on mental health?

• Factors such as weather, living conditions, and community resources that can affect an individual's mental well-being.

• Only genetic predispositions that affect mental health.

• Personal choices and lifestyle habits that have no impact on mental health.

• The influence of social media on mental health, which is negligible.

What is media influence on behavior?

• The impact of media on individuals' thoughts, behaviors, and perceptions regarding trends and social norms.

• The ability of media to entertain and amuse audiences without any significant impact.

• The role of media in providing factual information without influencing opinions.

• The use of media as a tool for advertising products without affecting consumer behavior.

Define resilience in mental health.

• Resilience is the ability to avoid stress and challenges.

• Resilience is the ability to bounce back from adversity, trauma, or stress, and to adapt positively to challenging situations.

• Resilience is the capacity to remain unchanged in the face of difficulties.

• Resilience is the ability to ignore problems and focus on positive thoughts.