True or False? Mental Health

Your physical health is important, but what’s going on inside your head is important too.

Mental health — your psychological, emotional and social well-being — affects pretty much everything you do. But taking care of your mental health isn’t always easy.

Many people are living with mental health conditions such as depression or bi-polar disorder and may need treatment to help with symptoms. And research shows that women and people assigned female at birth are more likely to have specific types of mental health conditions compared to men.

So how much do you know about mental health and common mental health conditions? Take our quiz to find out.

1. About 1 in 10 people in the U.S. are living with a mental health condition.

2. If a family member is diagnosed with a mental health condition, you will also have that condition.

3. Your physical health can have a negative affect on your mental health.

4. Women are at higher risk for depression and anxiety compared to men.

5. Only about 50% of people living with mental health conditions receive treatment.

6. Perimenopause and menopause affect your body — not your mental health.

7. Your socioeconomic status can impact your mental health.

8. Exercise can make your brain stronger.