Mental health
True or False
Your brain can get sick like our body?
True- it is called mental illness
What are some healthy foods that make your brain happy?
Fruits, vegetables, high fibre grain, lean protein, and water
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Stigma is when people think or treat someone ____ because they are different
unfairly, badly, different, any negative word
True or False
Only adults can have mental health issues, so children do not need to worry about their mental health.
False
Anyone can have mental health or mental illness at any age.
Why is mental health important?
It helps you stay happy, solve problems, and get along with others.
Give an example of physical activity.
running, dancing, playing, sports, walking, jumping
True or False
Stigma is hurtful because it can make people feel left out, sad, or afraid to talk about their feelings.
True
Who can you talk to if you feel upset?
teacher, parent, counsellor or trusted adult
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Mental health is how you ____, think, and handle problem.
Mental health is how you feel, think and handle stress.
What can you do to relax if you feel upset?
take deep breaths, read, colour, or do something quiet you enjoy.
What can you do if you see someone being treated unfairly?
Speak up, be kind, and remind others that it's okay to be different.
What should you do if a friend is feeling sad?
Be kind, listen to them, tell them it's okay to ask for help.
Can you have a mental illness and still have good mental health?
Yes- as long as you seek the help you need and practice healthy daily habits.
What are some negative effects of too much screen time?
It can make you cranky or tired, and you can't focus on other tasks.
How can we stop stigma about mental health?
Being kind, show you care, speak up against unkindness, learn about feeling, help others learn
Why is it important to spend time with friends and family?
Friends & family make you laugh, have fun, and feel less alone.
What is mental illness give 1 example.
When the brain feels unwell. It is hard to feel happy, think clearly or stay calm for long period of time. examples are depression, bipolar, schizophrenia etc
List 3 ways to promote healthy mental health.
1.Talk about your feelings. 2.Get plenty of sleep. 3.Eat healthy food. 4.Get daily physical activity. 5.Limit screen time. 6.Take breaks to relax 7.Ask for Help When You Need It
8. Believe in yourself
How does stigma impact mental health?
It can make people feel like they need to hide their feelings, so they don't ask for help making mental health worse.
List 2 mental health supports your school has?
Mental health lead- Tracy Bryson
School counsellor- Stephanie Beaulieu
Mental health nurse- Nina Baker
Positive behaviour support worker- Mrs. Ophelia
NOSP North of Superior counselling services