Test Your Mental Health Knowledge: Mental Health Facts

Quiz: Test Your Proficiency in Mental Health Facts

How well do you know mental health? While the stigma that once surrounded mental health discussions has decreased, many people still don’t realize how common psychiatric conditions are today. Even if you don’t have any mental health issues, odds are high that someone you love does.

We’ve compiled 20 questions on common mental health concerns, from depression and anxiety to alcohol and anger management, for this test on mental health knowledge. Take this mental health facts quiz so you can separate popular myths from the truth about psychiatric symptoms and conditions.

Test Your Mental Health Knowledge

This quiz has a series of mental health facts. Once you answer a question, the answer will be explained in more detail.

How many US adults experience mental health concerns?

1 in 15

1 in 10

1 in 15

1 in 20

1 in 5
Each year, approximately 1 in 5 adults experience some form of mental illness, such as depression, anxiety or bipolar disorder. There are 47.6 million adults with mental illness in the United States.

How many kids have a mental health disorder?

16.5%

23%

16.5%
Each year, mental illness affects 16.5% of kids between the ages of 6 and 17. There are 7.7 million young adults with mental health concerns.

What is the second leading cause of death for people between the ages of 10 and 34?

Motor Vehicle Accidents

Alcohol or Drug Overdoses

Suicide

Domestic Violence

Suicide
Suicide is the second leading cause of death for individuals age 10 to 34. The risk of death by suicide decreases with age, but it's still the fourth leading cause of death for those 35 to 54 years old.

What are some common symptoms of alcohol abuse?

Extreme mood swings, including irritability and rage

Drinking alone or hiding alcohol consumption

Social isolation or a change in acquaintances

All of the above

All of the above (Extreme mood swings, including irritability and rage, Drinking alone or hiding alcohol consumption, Social isolation or a change in acquaintances)
Alcohol and aggression often go hand in hand because alcohol impacts cognitive functioning, making it difficult to regulate emotions. Someone who abuses alcohol may also drink in secrecy, seclude themselves from loved ones or frequently spend time with new friends.

What are some ways significant others react to an alcoholic partner's drinking?

They blame themselves

They try to change their alcoholic partner

They hide the problem or enable their loved one

All of the above

All of the Above (They blame themselves, They try to change their alcoholic partner, They hide the problem or enable their loved one)
Dealing with an angry alcoholic or anyone who abuses alcohol takes a physical and emotional toll on significant others. They may blame themselves, try to change their partner, hide the problem or enable their actions.

What causes mental illness?

Heredity, including gene abnormalities

Childhood or adult trauma

Lifestyle choices, such as substance abuse or poor dietary habits

All of the above

All of the Above (Heredity, including gene abnormalities, Childhood or adult trauma, Lifestyle choices, such as substance abuse or poor dietary habits)
While genetic abnormalities make some people more likely to develop mental illness, psychological trauma, substance abuse and poor nutrition can also trigger symptoms.

Does mental illness cause violence?

Yes

Sometimes, but violence is rare

Sometimes, but violence is rare
Mental illness does make some individuals violent, but people with mental illness account for just 3% to 5% of violent acts.

How many people have depression?

Less than 100 million

At least 100 million but less than 200 million

Between 200 million and 300 million

More than 300 million

Between 200 million and 300 million
Depression impacts more than 264 million people around the world.

True or false: Women are more likely than men to experience depression.

True

False

True
Nearly twice as many women are diagnosed with symptoms of depression. This is due to biological changes, culture and physical abuse.

What is the most common mental health condition in the United States?

Depression

Anxiety

Bipolar Disorder

Schizophrenia

Anxiety
Anxiety impacts nearly 40 million US adults each year, though less than 40% seek treatment.

How many individuals with depression also have an anxiety disorder?

10% or less

25%

50%

75%

50%
Approximately 50% of people with depression also have anxiety.

Which conditions are similar to anxiety disorders?

500,000

1 million

2.5 million

3.5 million

3.5 million
Schizophrenia affects approximately 3.5 million people in the United States, and most develop the condition between the ages of 16 and 25.

True or false: Only women experience postpartum depression.

True

False

False
While postpartum depression mainly impacts women, fathers, especially young ones, may also develop this condition.

True or false: Mental illness is permanent.

True

False

False
With proper care, some patients can manage or recover from the symptoms of mental illness.

Approximately how many adults have a substance abuse disorder in the United States?

5 million

10 million

15 million

20 million

20 Million
19.7 million Americans age 12 and older have a substance abuse disorder.

True or false: Many people with substance abuse disorders also have a mental health disorder.

True

Correct

True
Approximately 8.5 million Americans have both a substance abuse disorder and a mental health disorder.

What are some common symptoms of depression?

Fatigue or sluggishness

Irritability

Physical pain, such as headaches or upset stomach

All of the Above

All of the Above
Untreated depression can cause physical and emotional concerns, including exhaustion, mood swings and body aches.

True or false: A middle-aged adult or senior can develop bipolar disorder.

True

False

True
Individuals usually develop bipolar disorder in their teens or 20s, but late-onset bipolar disorder impacts adults age 50 and older.

How can you help someone who is struggling with mental health concerns?

Yell at them or tell them to toughen up

Tell them they're being dramatic

Offer them an alcoholic beverage or cigarette to unwind

Support them and validate their feelings

Support them and validate their feelings
When someone reaches out to you with mental health concerns, don't dismiss their worries or criticize their actions. Support them, and encourage them to seek professional help for symptom management.

Time is Up!

How did you score on this mental health facts quiz? Were you surprised to learn just how common mental health conditions are for children and adults?

If you have mental health concerns, you aren’t alone. Don’t ignore the symptoms of mental illness if you or a loved one need help, whether you’re battling alcohol withdrawal anger or suspect you may have depression. Your mental illness doesn’t define you, and managing your symptoms can help you live a happy, productive life.

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