Physical Health
What is physical health?
Your body being healthy / the ability to perform daily tasks and live comfortable in one’s body
What is mental health?
the state of well-being in which an individual realizes his or her own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of live, can work productively and is able to make a contribution to his or her community
What is stress?
this is what you feel when you are worried or uncomfortable with something. This worry can make your body feel bad. You may feel angry, frustrated, scared, or afraid - which can give you a stomach ache or headache
What are some common illnesses we talked about?
Allergies, asthma, bruises, the flu
What can you do when you are stressed, anxious, or sad?
Use a coping skill, talk to a trusted adult, go to the doctor, etc.
Describe a situation that you may feel stressed
answers will vary - a lot to do at work, new jobs, moving houses, etc.
What temperature is a fever?
100.4 or higher
Name 2 coping skills
Deep breaths, journaling, yoga/stretching/exercise, etc.
Is stress a good or bad thing when you are at work?
It can be either!
What do you do when you get sick?
Stay home, take medicine, get rest, go to the doctor, eat soup
What can I do if I'm worried about my mental health?
Talk to someone - trusted adult or doctor
What is something you can do to manage stress?
Make a list of priorities, try to get something taken care of and off your plate, use coping skills, etc.
How is your work impacted when you come to work sick/tired?
You are less likely to notice hazards, you could get others sick, you are less productive, it takes you longer to get healthy again
Is mental health less important than physical health?
NO! They are both SUPER important to being a great human being!
What are two healthy habits for the work day?
Get enough sleep, eat a balanced diet, eat a good breakfast, not too much caffeine or sugar, take time to relax, breaks when you can, stretch and move around