Let's Be Real!
(myth or fact)
(myth or fact)
Children don't have mental health issues
Myth. One out of every 5 children and youth in Canada (20%) has a diagnosable mental health condition.
Name 3 protein options besides meat
Kids your age need this much exercise per day.
What is 1 hour?
When does puberty start?
Most people start between 8-15 years old
A child can manage a psychiatric disorder through willpower.
Myth.
Canada's food guide suggests that you consume approximately this many servings of fruits and vegetables every day.
What is 5-10?
Name 2 aerobic exercise examples.
Jogging or running. Biking. Swimming. Rowing. Skating.
The menstrual cycle in females is approximately this many days.
What is 28 days?
Mental disorders are a consequence of bad parenting or personal weakness.
Myth. The main risk factors for mental illness are genetics, severe and prolonged stress (such as physical or sexual abuse), or other environmental influences, and brain chemistry.
The vitamins and minerals in our food is measured in what unit of measurement.
What is milligram?
Name 3 activities for muscle building or flexibility.
Climbing. Yoga. Dance. Circuit training. Etc.
Name 3 hygiene examples that are important during puberty.
Soap. Hair. Laundry. Underarms. Teeth. Handwashing. Etc.
Children grow out of mental health problems.
Myth - Most mental health problems left untreated in childhood become more difficult to treat in adulthood.
Name any 3 vitamins or minerals found in your food.
Vitamin D. Magnesium. Calcium. Zinc. Iron. Folate. Vitamin B-12.
Name 3 benefits of being physically active.
Healthy growth and development. Better self-esteem. Stronger bones, muscles and joints. Better posture and balance. A stronger heart. A healthy weight range. Social interaction with friends. Learning new skills while having fun.
Name both hormones responsible for starting puberty.
Testosterone and Estrogen
Mental health disorders in a child makes them more violent.
Myth. A child with a mental health disorder is no more violent than the child sitting next to them.
Name any 3 metals used by the human body.
(Na) (K) (Mg) (Ca) (Cr) (Mn) (Fe) (Co) (Ni) (Cu) (Zn)
It's important to get all four types of exercise, name them.
Endurance, strength, balance, and flexibility.
Name any 2 of LGBRQ2
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Two-Spirit.