Understanding Mental Health
This is the overall state of your emotional, psychological, and social well-being.
Taking deep breaths and focusing on your breathing is a simple form of this.
Relaxation.
Getting at least 8 hours of this each night can improve your mental health.
Sleep.
Feeling nervous before an exam is a common form of this.
Test anxiety.
This is the first person you might talk to if you're feeling down.
Feeling extremely sad for long periods of time may be a sign of this condition.
Depression.
Writing about your thoughts and feelings in a book is known as this.
Journaling.
Eating a balanced diet with plenty of fruits and vegetables is good for this.
Your body and mind.
Bullying, both in person and online, can negatively impact this.
Self-esteem.
You can talk to this family member about your feelings and get support.
A parent.
Excessive worry or fear about everyday situations can be a symptom of this.
Anxiety.
Spending time doing this outdoor activity can boost your mood.
Going for a walk.
This physical activity can release endorphins and improve mood.
This term describes the act of harming oneself to cope with emotional pain.
Self-harm or self-injury.
This type of school professional can help you with academic and personal issues.
A school counselor.
This professional is trained to help people with their mental health through talk therapy.
Listening to this can help improve your mood and reduce stress.
Music.
Taking regular breaks from this can help reduce stress.
Screens or technology.
Feeling overwhelmed by schoolwork and other responsibilities is known as this.
Stress.
This phone number to a crisis line you can call for immediate help with mental health issues.
988
This term describes experiencing both extreme highs and lows in mood.
Bipolar disorder.
Talking to a friend about your problems is an example of seeking this.
Support.
Practicing this can help you stay present and reduce stress.
Mindfulness.
This disorder involves repetitive behaviors and unwanted thoughts.
OCD or Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder.
Joining a group of peers to talk about mental health issues is called this.
A support group.