Understanding Depression and Mental Health

What percentage of adults in the United States have experienced a major depressive episode?

• 10.1%

• 5.1%

• 7.1%

• 12.1%

What has been the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on depressive symptoms according to the Boston University study?

• Symptoms have tripled

• Symptoms have doubled

• Symptoms have decreased

• Symptoms have remained the same

What is the difference between signs and symptoms of depression?

• Signs are observable, symptoms are subjective

• Signs are subjective, symptoms are observable

• Both are observable

• Both are subjective

Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of major depressive disorder?

• Changes in sleep patterns

• Social withdrawal

• Increased energy

• Loss of pleasure

What is a common type of therapy used to treat depression?

• Psychoanalysis

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

• Art Therapy

• Hypnotherapy

Which medication type is commonly used to treat depression?

• Antibiotics

• Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors

• Beta-blockers

• Antihistamines

Which activity is NOT mentioned as a way to improve depression?

• Exercise

• Spending time with loved ones

• Watching TV

• Meditation

What is a common misconception about depression?

• It is a treatable illness

• It is a sign of weakness

• It requires medical treatment

• People with depression can recover

How long does it typically take for depression treatment to show effects?

• 1-2 weeks

• 2-3 months

• 4-5 months

• 6-7 months

What is the goal of the Mental Health Collaborative?

• To provide medication

• To increase mental health literacy

• To diagnose mental illnesses

• To offer therapy sessions