Mental Health
What are 3 signs noticeable signs in a friend if they could be struggling with their mental health?
- Change in appetite (more or less)
- Change in sleep (more or less)
- Change in routine; not doing things they normally would
- Fluctuation in mood
- You may see them less
- They may be more irritable, more likely to lash out
What is a SIN number and what is it for?
Social Insurance Number.
Unique 9-digit number issued by Canadian government for every individual. Required for employment, taxes, accessing government benefits (such as EI, CPP).
NOT a general document like a health card or driver's license, your government file number linked to your lifetime record and finances so keep it confidential!
What are the 3 common themes of a healthy relationship, provide an example for each.
- Open Communication (speaking up when something bothers you: they said something that upset you and you spoke up about it)
- Mutual Respect (respecting your partner's privacy and space: not going through their phone without their permission)
- Healthy Boundaries (setting healthy boundaries: how often you see each other)
In a relationship or situation, what is the number 1 thing you can look out for to pinpoint whether it is healthy (green flag), unhealthy (yellow flag), or abusive (red flag)?
- Safety!
- Are you being physically or psychologically injured or unsafe?
- Do you feel in your gut that this is not a safe person/place?
- Are you comfortable and feel you can be yourself?
What is Harm Reduction and provide an example?
Harm reduction is any tools or strategies that help reduce or minimize negative impacts on someone's health. It meets people "where they are" and helps encourage taking steps towards a safer life.
Ex. safe injection supplies, condoms, seatbelt
What are coping skills, and list 3 you can use if you're feeling overwhelmed?
- Listening to music
- Practicing Gratitude/Affirmations
- Exercise/sports
- Talking to a friend
- Journaling
- Meditation/breathing
- Drawing/painting
- Crying
You receive a biweekly pay check of $850.
For the month of June, how much would go towards rent, shopping and going out with friends, and into your savings account?
(Hint: think of the budgeting method)
For the month of June = $1700
Needs (50%) = $850 to rent
Wants (30%) = $510 for shopping / friends
Savings (20) = $340 into savings account
IF it was 70/20/10 = $1,190/$340/$170
How is sexual assault and sexual abuse the same and how are they different?
They are both involving incidents regarding sexual behaviour, oftentimes without valid consent and cause serious harm emotional, psychological and physical harm.
"Sexual abuse" is often used to describe abuse that is or has been going on for a period of time
"Sexual assault" is often used to describe a single incident.
You get an urgent text from your bank and it says you have been a victim of fraud and someone has taken all your money in your bank account. You receive another text from your bank that states you need to immediately text back your SIN and banking info so they can check and get your money back.
What should you do?
- Do not reply to the text
- Immediately call (can be found on the back of credit or debit card) / go to your bank and let them know the situation and what you should do.
- Check your bank account from a secure platform.
- Block and report the number
- Change your banking password
In Canada, what is the legal age of consent?
The age of consent is the age at which a young person can legally agree to sexual activity. Age of consent laws apply to all forms of sexual activity, ranging from kissing to sexual intercourse.
The age of consent to sexual activity is 16 years. A person much be at least 16 years old to be able to legally agree to sexual activity.
*Close in age exceptions* www.justice.gc.ca/eng/rp-pr/other-autre/clp/faq.html
TRUE OR FALSE:
Suicide rates are higher in women than men?
- Suicide rates are approximately 3 times higher among men compared to women
- Approximately 12 people die by suicide each day
- Approximately 4,500 deaths by suicide per year
- Suicide is the second leading cause of death among youth and young adults (15-34 years)
You are going to University next year and are applying for OSAP. As of right now, what percentage of government funds will be loans vs. grants?
What is the difference between loans and grants?
Since 2026..
Loans = ~75% (money you borrow and have to repay. Around 6 months post-graduation or leaving school)
Grants = ~25% (money you keep)
What are 3 warning signs of abuse?
- Constantly putting someone down
- Extreme jealousy or insecurity
- Explosive temper
- Dictating who you can and cannot see or hang out with
- Extreme mood swings
- Checking someone's phone without permission
- Possessiveness
- Telling someone what to do or what to wear
Chantelle and Rashme go to Wonderland on Saturday. They take a picture in front of the Behemoth.
Chantelle and Rashme both love the picture and Chantelle posts the picture of them on her Instagram.
Green Flag, Yellow Flag, or Red Flag? Why?
Yellow / Red.
Even though Rashme really liked the photo, there was no clear consent given to post the picture
List 3 resources someone who has or is experiencing sexual abuse/assault can access
- SCHC SADVCC (Sexual Assault Domestic Violence Care Centre): 416-847-4144
- Toronto Rape Crisis Centre: 416-597-8808
- Assaulted Women's Helpline: 416-863-0511
- Toronto Distress Centre: 408-HELP
- 911 Emergencies
What is the difference between mental health and mental illness?
Mental health is the overall psychological wellbeing. Includes how you think, feel, cope, and handle stress. Everyone has mental health and it can change over time.
Mental illness is a diagnosable condition that affects thoughts, moods, and behaviour (i.e. depression, anxiety). There is a disruption or dysregulation in your mental health and you are experiencing symptoms that impact your day-to-day functioning. Diagnosed by doctor or psychiatrist and usually requires treatment (medication) or long-term support (counselling)
In Canada, what are the 3 mandatory deductions that automatically come off every paycheck and what are they for?
Federal/Income Tax (depends on how much you make -> what tax bracket you are in = how much is deducted for income tax)
Someone making:
- Paid to the government for healthcare, education, roads, public services
CPP (Canadian Pension Plan; ~6% total income)
- retirement savings plan, helps provide income for when you retire
EI (Employment Insurance; ~1.6% total income)
- temporary financial support if you lose your job or need time off work
If you are sexually assaulted or experience an intimate partner incident, what are 3 things can you do?
- Go somewhere safe and tell someone you trust
- Know that it was NOT your fault
- Go to The Scarborough Hospital and ask to speak to a SADVCC forensic nurse if you are sexually assaulted.
- Know that it is your choice if you want to report it to the police.
- Come for counselling at the SCHC SADVCC program
You're walking home by yourself and you forgot your phone at home. You feel like you are being followed by someone you don't know.
What are 3 things you can do?
- Don't go straight home
- Go to a populated area (walk to a gas station, Tim Hortons)
- Ask to use someone's phone (bus driver, mall security, gas station employee)
- Change your walking pattern (cross the street, speed up).
2660 Eglinton Ave E. @ Eglinton and Brimley
- 1:1 Counselling
- Food supports
- Employment
- Tutoring
- Housing Support
- Harm Reduction supplies
- Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence support
What is the 5-4-3-2-1 Coping Strategy?
A technique to use when anxious or distressed, that helps you calm down.
Using the 5 sense to identify...
5 - see
4 - smell
3 - hear
2 - touch
1 - taste
In January 2026, you start working at your local grocery store. You work part-time, 4-days a week for 6 hours, with an unpaid 30-minute lunch break. Your compensation is minimum wage, until October 2026, when you will receive a pay increase of 2%.
How much will you have made at the end of the year and what percentage will go to Income tax, CPP, and EI?
4 days/week ; 6 hours/day ; 30-minute unpaid lunch -> you are paid for 5.5 hours/day
5.5 × 4 = 22 paid hours/week
Current minimum wage = $17.60
January - September (39 weeks):
22 × 17.60 × 39 = $15,100.80
Your minimum wage in October (increase by 2%) = ~17.95
October - December (13 weeks) = 22 × 17.952 × 13 = $5,134.27
Total Earned in 2026:
$15,100.80 + $5,134.27 = $20,235.07
Income Tax (~2%) = ~$300-$500
CPP (~6%) = ~$995
EI (~1.6%) = ~$330
What is a Forensic Nurse and where can they be found?
Forensic Nurses have special training to treat people with sensitive care needs, such as those who are victims of violence, abuse or neglect. Work in healthcare and the legal system.
They can be found in hospitals, such as Scarborough Health Network General Hospital on Lawrence, and can provide a rape kit, photo documentation of injuries, risk assessment and safety planning, and refer you to other services such as counselling.
When would you use F.R.I.E.S?
What does it stand for?
Used for any kind of consent
F - freely given
R - reversible
I - informed
E - enthusiastic
S - specific
What is Domestic Violence or Intimate Partner Violence?
And what are 3 examples OTHER than physical violence?
Domestic violence is a pattern of behaviour used by one partner to gain power and control over another partner whom they have/have had an intimate relationship with.
It does not have to be physically violent to be abusive.
Ex. Financial abuse, verbal abuse, enforcing isolation, preventing someone from leaving where they are, hurting pets