Test Your Mental Health Knowledge

Do you know the basics of mental health? Take this quiz to find out! See if you can answer all 10 questions correctly

published on December 24, 2023
1/10

What is the most common mental illness in the United States?

What is the most common mental illness in the United States?
Schizophrenia
Anxiety disorders
Depression
Bipolar disorder
2/10

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of generalized anxiety disorder?

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of generalized anxiety disorder?
Excessive worrying
Restlessness
Sudden mood swings
Fatigue
3/10

What is the recommended duration of physical activity per week to improve mental health?

What is the recommended duration of physical activity per week to improve mental health?
10 minutes
150 minutes
60 minutes
30 minutes
4/10

Which of the following is a common symptom of depression?

Which of the following is a common symptom of depression?
Excessive energy
Loss of interest in activities
Increased appetite
Euphoria
5/10

What percentage of the global population is estimated to have a mental illness?

What percentage of the global population is estimated to have a mental illness?
5%
10%
20%
40%
6/10

Which of the following is NOT a factor that contributes to mental health problems?

Which of the following is NOT a factor that contributes to mental health problems?
Family history of mental illness
Traumatic life experiences
Having a strong support network
High levels of stress
7/10

What is the term for an irrational fear or avoidance of a specific object, place, or situation?

What is the term for an irrational fear or avoidance of a specific object, place, or situation?
Phobia
Obsession
Compulsion
Panic attack
8/10

Which age group is most commonly affected by eating disorders?

Which age group is most commonly affected by eating disorders?
Children under 10
Teens aged 13-17
Young adults aged 18-25
Elderly individuals
9/10

Which mental health disorder is characterized by alternating periods of mania and depression?

Which mental health disorder is characterized by alternating periods of mania and depression?
Generalized anxiety disorder
Bipolar disorder
Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Post-traumatic stress disorder
10/10

What is the term for a disorder where a person has difficulty controlling impulsive behaviors and emotions?

What is the term for a disorder where a person has difficulty controlling impulsive behaviors and emotions?
Borderline personality disorder
Social anxiety disorder
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
Substance abuse disorder