Mental Health
True or false: Mental health doesn't affect your physical health.
False!
What is a drug?
A substance that can change how the body or brain works.
What is bullying?
Repeated aggressive behavior intended to hurt or intimidate someone.
What if you notice your friend sitting alone at lunch and looking upset? What could you do?
Invite them to sit with you and ask if they are okay.
What does it mean to be a good friend?
Being supportive, respectful, honest, and caring.
What is one healthy way to deal with stress?
Exercise, talking to someone, journaling, or taking deep breaths.
What harmful chemical can be found in many vapes?
Nicotine.
What are three common types of bullying?
Physical, verbal, and social bullying. (Cyberbullying is another type.)
What if your friends are pressuring you to try a vape? What should you do?
Say no, walk away, and avoid giving in to peer pressure.
How many hours of sleep should most teenagers get each night?
8–10 hours.
True or False: It is okay to ask for help when you are struggling with your mental health.
True!
How can alcohol affect a teenager's developing brain?
It can affect memory, decision-making, learning, and brain development.
What is cyberbullying?
Bullying that happens through phones, social media, texts, or the internet.
What if you see someone making fun of another student in the hallway? What should you do?
Don't join in. Support the student and tell a trusted adult.
What does peer pressure mean?
When someone feels influenced or pushed by others to do something.
Name two warning signs that someone might be struggling with their mental health.
Withdrawing from friends, changes in mood, losing interest in activities, or changes in sleep.
Why is it dangerous to take prescription medication that was prescribed to someone else?
It may cause harmful reactions, overdose, or other serious health problems.
If you witness someone being bullied, what is one safe thing you can do to help?
Stand up for them safely, get an adult, or offer them support.
What if someone posts something embarrassing about you on social media? What should you do?
Don't retaliate, save evidence, block or report the person, and tell a trusted adult.
What is empathy?
Understanding and caring about how another person feels.
If you or a friend are struggling with mental health, name two trusted people you could reach out to for help.
A parent, teacher, school counselor, coach, or another trusted adult.
Your friend offers you a vape and says, "Just try it once!" What is one way you could confidently say no?
"No thanks, I'm not interested," walk away, or change the subject.
Why is it important to report bullying instead of keeping it a secret?
Reporting can help protect the person being bullied and prevent the behavior from continuing.
What if a friend tells you they are thinking about hurting themselves and asks you not to tell anyone? What should you do?
Take them seriously, stay with them if possible, and immediately tell a trusted adult. Never promise to keep it a secret.
What does HEROES want to achieve?
HEROES is dedicated to raising awareness about mental health, substance abuse, bullying, and other challenges students face. HEROES work to create a more informed, supportive, and caring school community.