5. Mental illness is: Training Module on the Right to Mental Health for Faith-Based Organizations A. Associated with a range of symptoms that affects a person’s thoughts, feelings, actions, and mental functioning due to the mental, neurological, and substance use disorders B. Associated with significant distress and may result in a person’s inability to fulfill obligations, relate with others, or work effectively, and decrease ones coping abilities and function effectively C. An episode may occur for weeks to months, can be cyclic or persistent D. All of the above 6. Disturbance in perception often involves: A. Seeing, hearing, feeling, tasting, and smelling things in the absence of sensory stimuli B. Underestimation or overestimation of the risks, impaired capacity to discern the pros and cons of a certain action C. Fluctuating emotions or moods, easily become annoyed or irate, sad or anxious, then elated or euphoric D. Aggressive behavior, hostility towards others, impulsiveness, and violence 7. What are the common misconceptions about mental illness? A. B. C. D. It is incurable and lifelong People are born with a mental illness Mental illness is caused by personal weakness. All of the above 8. What can we do to fight the stigma? A. B. C. D. Education Promoting awareness Promoting a culture of positive mental health All of the above 9. How can faith communities promote a culture of positive mental health? A. Provide relevant and factual information such as educational materials on mental health and well-being, as well as materials on mental health conditions B. Fostering a culture of inclusivity and openness, accepting one’s similarities and differences C. Promoting awareness within the congregation such as World Mental Health Day D. Offering a ride going to scheduled appointments or accompanying the person to church activities 10. How can faith communities provide protection? A. Creating a safe space within the congregation where individuals feel safe to open up and discuss their problems with individual members or the group B. Offering to listen and provide moral support to an individual who is experiencing mental health problems without the fear of judgment C. Providing relevant and factual information such as educational materials on mental health and well-being, as well as materials on mental health conditions D. A and B are correct 31