BG MENTAL WELLNESS AWARENESS

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Across
  1. 1. A mental health professional who can prescribe medication and provide therapy.
  2. 3. A mental health disorder caused by exposure to a traumatic event. (abbv.)
  3. 6. A strategy that involves breaking tasks into smaller, manageable steps to reduce feelings of overwhelm
  4. 8. A therapeutic technique that involves focusing on the present moment and accepting it without judgment.
  5. 10. A technique that encourages positive thinking and self-empowerment.
  6. 12. An anxiety disorder characterized by excessive worry and fear about everyday situations or objects
  7. 13. A therapeutic technique that uses artistic expression to improve mental well-being.(2 words)
  8. 15. A physical activity that increases endorphins and promotes mental well-being.
  9. 17. Breathing A relaxation technique involving slow, deep breathing to reduce stress.
  10. 18. Technique to stay present in moments of distress.
  11. 19. A self-help strategy involving writing down thoughts and emotions to gain insight and release tension.
  12. 20. A common mental health disorder characterized by persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities.
Down
  1. 2. A disorder characterized by difficulty in falling asleep or staying asleep
  2. 4. A form of exercise that benefits mental health by releasing endorphins and reducing stress.
  3. 5. A natural mood-enhancing chemical released in the brain during exercise
  4. 7. A mood disorder characterized by extreme mood swings, from depression to mania.
  5. 9. A form of therapy that utilizes interactions with horses to promote emotional growth. (2 words)
  6. 11. A type of therapy that focuses on changing negative thought patterns and behaviors (abbv.)
  7. 14. Attack A feeling of intense fear or discomfort in situations where escape may be difficult.
  8. 16. A hormone often referred to as the "stress hormone" because of its role in the body's stress response.