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1.

What are three common signs of mental illness in adults and adolescents
- A.
  
  Excessive worrying or fear
- B.
  
  Changes in eating habits such as increased hunger or lack of appetite
- C.
  
  Difficulty perceiving reality
- D.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the above

Explanation
Trying to tell the difference between what expected behaviors are and what might be the signs of a mental illness isn't always easy. There's no easy test that can let someone know if there is mental illness or if actions and thoughts might be typical behaviors of a person or the result of a physical illness.

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2.

Unlike diabetes or cancer, there is no medical test that can accurately diagnose mental illness.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Bear River Mental Health provides screening to assess symptoms and make a diagnosis. After diagnosis, a health care provider can help develop a treatment plan that could include medication, therapy or other lifestyle changes.

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Approximately what percent of chronic mental health conditions begin by age 14?
- A.
  
  50%
- B.
  
  75%
- C.
  
  25%
- D.
  
  10%
Correct Answer
A. 50%

Explanation
Approximately 50% of chronic mental health conditions begin by age 14 and 75% begin by age 24. At the same time, the average delay between when symptoms first appear and intervention is 8-10 years.

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What is the first step in a treatment plan?
- A.
  
  Getting an accurate diagnosis
- B.
  
  Receiving prescribed medications
- C.
  
  Finding a therapist
- D.
  
  Having a supportive family
Correct Answer
A. Getting an accurate diagnosis

Explanation
Getting a diagnosis is just the first step; knowing your own preferences and goals is also important. Treatments for mental illness vary by diagnosis and by person. There’s no “one size fits all” treatment.

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5.

For children, playtime is NOT as important to their development as food and good care.
- A.
  
  False
- B.
  
  True
Correct Answer
A. False

Explanation
Playtime helps children be creative, learn problem-solving skills and learn self-control. Good, hardy play, which includes running and yelling, is not only fun, but helps children to be physically and mentally healthy.

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Screening, Training, & Supporting School Staff

What are three common signs of mental illness in adults and adolescents

Unlike diabetes or cancer, there is no medical test that can accurately diagnose mental illness.

Approximately what percent of chronic mental health conditions begin by age 14?

What is the first step in a treatment plan?

For children, playtime is NOT as important to their development as food and good care.