Mental Health Basics
What does mental health refer to?
A person's emotional, psychological, and social well-being
What organ in the body is most closely connected to mental health?
Brain
What is one way to support a friend who is struggling?
Listen to them, check in with them, or encourage them to seek support.
True or False: Mental health is only about having a mental illness.
False
What % of students are affected by Anxiety Disorders?
35% to 36%
Name three ways a person can improve their mental health.
Exercising regularly, prioritizing quality sleep, eating a balanced diet, etc.
Name three factors that can affect mental health
Stress, relationships, environment, sleep, finances, etc.
True or False: Stress is always harmful.
False, some stress can be a normal response that helps motivate us while too much or prolonged stress can become a problem.
How are mental and physical health connected?
They can influence each other. Physical health can affect mental well-being and mental well-being can also affect physical health.
What is one common misconception about mental health?
That people who struggle with mental health are weak or should handle it alone.
The human brain is not fully developed until the age of ___?
25
What % of students are impacted by depression?
22% to 28%