{"id":11000,"date":"2023-08-07T10:34:11","date_gmt":"2023-08-07T10:34:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.floridarehab.com\/?page_id=11000"},"modified":"2025-02-07T11:04:58","modified_gmt":"2025-02-07T11:04:58","slug":"mental-health-challenge","status":"publish","type":"blog","link":"https:\/\/www.floridarehab.com\/mental-health-challenge\/","title":{"rendered":"The Recovery Village at Baptist Health&#8217;s Mental Health Challenge"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Take the quiz and challenge yourself to a monthly check-in on your mental health<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick Links<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.floridarehab.com\/mental-health-challenge\/#what\">WHAT IS THE CHALLENGE?<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take a short, online quiz monthly to assess your anxiety levels, then take action to improve your score over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.floridarehab.com\/mental-health-challenge\/#why\">REASONS TO CHALLENGE YOURSELF<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Knowing your status is like a doctor\u2019s check-up \u2014 a way to reduce health risks, address issues and improve well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.floridarehab.com\/mental-health-challenge\/#quiz\">TAKE THE QUIZ<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Used by mental health professionals in treatment, the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/18388841\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GAD-7 assesses anxiety levels<\/a>&nbsp;and helps you decide next steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the Mental Health Challenge?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Mental Health Challenge is a seven-question quiz assessing your anxiety levels, taken monthly to keep tabs on your mental health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use our resources and helpful tips to address anxiety symptoms and improve your score.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We\u2019ll send you a quiz reminder email every 30 days to take the quiz again and check your progress. You can opt out of this email at any time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reasons to Challenge Yourself<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a recent survey,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.therecoveryvillage.com\/professionals\/blog\/covid-mental-health-south-florida\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">anxiety was the most commonly reported symptom<\/a>&nbsp;during COVID-19. Ongoing and excessive worry that\u2019s difficult to control has become widespread. Even before 2020, an estimated&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.therecoveryvillage.com\/mental-health\/anxiety\/related\/anxiety-disorder-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">19.1% of Americans<\/a>&nbsp;had an anxiety disorder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Knowing how current events may be affecting you is preventative health care: a way to address symptoms early, reduce health risks and get medical help if you need it. Whatever your score, your mental health is now in your hands: you can make a plan and improve your quality of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Take the Quiz<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The&nbsp;<a>GAD-7<\/a>&nbsp;(General Anxiety Disorder) quiz is used by therapists and recovery teams nationwide to help patients living with anxiety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your browser does not support iframes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Next Steps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you\u2019ve got your results, look below for resources, tips and FAQS to improve your mental well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Keep track of your initial score<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Review our resources &amp; build an action plan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work towards a mentally-healthier you<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Receive monthly reminder &amp; repeat assessment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Anxiety &amp; Mental Health Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQS about The Mental Health Challenge<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs about Anxiety &amp; Mental Health<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips to Improve Mental Health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/store.samhsa.gov\/product\/Taking-Care-of-Your-Behavioral-Health-Tips-for-Social-Distancing-Quarantine-and-Isolation-During-an-Infectious-Disease-Outbreak\/PEP20-01-01-007\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Educate Yourself<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.therecoveryvillage.com\/recovery\/wellness\/keep-stress-hijacking-recovery\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Identify &amp; Manage Stressors<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.floridarehab.com\/treatment\/telehealth-app\/\">Seek Online Therapy<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mhanational.org\/connect-others\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Connect With Others<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/screening.mhanational.org\/content\/how-keep-mental-health-journal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Start a Mental Health Journal<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.floridarehab.com\/treatment\/addiction-therapies\/mindfulness-based-therapy\/\">Practice Mindfulness<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=NPMhhPFOXno\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/baptisthealth.net\/baptist-health-news\/foods-that-fuel-mental-health\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Eat Healthily<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.therecoveryvillage.com\/mental-health\/related\/7-ways-maintain-mental-health\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Exercise Regularly<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.therecoveryvillage.com\/mental-health\/anxiety\/related\/vitamins-for-anxiety\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vitamins for Anxiety<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"How to Overcome Anxiety #Anxiety #MentalHealth\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/WlsC8LO7TgY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.therecoveryvillage.com\/mental-health\/anxiety\/related\/self-help-for-anxiety\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Deep Breathing Techniques<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.therecoveryvillage.com\/treatment-program\/online-counseling\/related\/covid-19-self-care\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Practice Self-Care<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/baptisthealth.net\/baptist-health-news\/mental-health-tips-on-coping-with-coronavirus-pandemic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Get More Sleep<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">You&#8217;re Not Alone.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you or a loved one is struggling with debilitating anxiety or depression, contact us below to get professional help that can start you on the path to relief.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Addiction &amp; Mental Health Treatment<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.floridarehab.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Recovery Village at Baptist Health<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/baptisthealth.net\/en\/lp\/pages\/care-on-demand.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Baptist Health Care on Demand<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Crisis Hotlines<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/suicidepreventionlifeline.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">National Suicide Prevention Lifeline<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crisistextline.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Crisis Text Line<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.211.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Community-wide Resources<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">National Mental Health Organizations<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.samhsa.gov\/find-treatment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SAMHSA<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nami.org\/Home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">National Alliance on Mental Illness<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Take the quiz and challenge yourself to a monthly check-in on your mental health Quick Links WHAT IS THE CHALLENGE? Take a short, online quiz monthly to assess your anxiety levels, then take action to improve your score over time. REASONS TO CHALLENGE YOURSELF Knowing your status is like a doctor\u2019s check-up \u2014 a way [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-11000","blog","type-blog","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":{"written_by":"","enable_medically_and_up":"","medically_reviewed_by":null,"medically_reviewed_content":"This article was reviewed by a medical professional to guarantee the delivery of accurate and up-to- date information. <a href=\"\/research\/\">View our research policy.<\/a>","up_to_date":"The Editorial Team at The Recovery Village Palm Beach at Baptist Health fact-checks, reviews, edits and continuously updates content we publish on this website.","page_first_published_date":null,"page_last_edit_date":null,"highlighted_description":"If you or a loved one is struggling with addiction, help is available. Speak with a Recovery Advocate by calling <a href=\"tel:8886480738\" ><b>888-648-0738<\/b><\/a> now.","key_takeaways":"","source":{"source_label":"View Sources","source_content":"L\u00f6we, Bernd, et al. \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/18388841\/\">Validation and standardization of the Generalized Anxiety Disorder Screener (GAD-7) in the general population.<\/a>&lt;\u201d Medical Care, March 2008. Accessed August 28, 2020.\r\n\r\nSubstance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/store.samhsa.gov\/product\/Taking-Care-of-Your-Behavioral-Health-Tips-for-Social-Distancing-Quarantine-and-Isolation-During-an-Infectious-Disease-Outbreak\/PEP20-01-01-007\">Taking Care of Your Behavioral Health \u2013 Tips for Social Distancing, Quarantine, and Isolation During an Infectious Disease Outbreak.<\/a>\u201d April 2020. Accessed August 28, 2020.\r\n\r\nMental Health America. \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/screening.mhanational.org\/content\/how-keep-mental-health-journal\">How To Keep A Mental Health Journal<\/a>.\u201d Accessed August 28, 2020."},"staff_member_heading":"","staff_member":null,"insurance_label":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.floridarehab.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/blog\/11000","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.floridarehab.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/blog"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.floridarehab.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/blog"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.floridarehab.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.floridarehab.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=11000"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.floridarehab.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/blog\/11000\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.floridarehab.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=11000"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.floridarehab.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=11000"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.floridarehab.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=11000"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}