Mental Health 1
What is mental health?
Mental health is your emotional and social well-being. When you have good mental health, you feel happy, confident, and able to handle challenges that come your way.
Stigma is a negative attitude towards something.
What is an example of a stigma about mental health?
People with mental health issues are just looking for attention.
What city is home to the Blue Jays baseball team?
Toronto
How many months start with the letter A?
2 : April and August
What is an example of a statement that contributes to stigma about mental health?
People with mental health issues just want attention.
People with depression are lazy.
What is an example of a positive awareness statement about mental health?
People with depression can have overwhelming feelings and they are strong for dealing with them. People with mental health issues are people just like you and me.
What are TWO things you could say to show you care for other people's feelings?
I’m listening. You can talk to me anytime. Is there anything I can do to help?
What kids tv show has characters named Chase, Rubble, and Skye?
Paw Patrol
Name a princess in the Mario world.
Rosalina, Peach and Daisy
What is a visual sign (something that you can see) that might indicate that someone is struggling with their mental health?
They could have changes to their appearance, such as sudden weight loss, or greasy hair and look like they aren’t taking care of themselves.
What are THREE things you could do to help a friend with their mental health?
1. Say words of encouragement
2. Get help from a professional if you need it
3. Do something fun together
Why is it important to take care of your mental health?
So you can live a full, happy life and so that you are better able to manage problems when they come your way. When you have good mental health, your brain can function at it’s best.
Hockey, Curling, Rowing, Gymnastics, Track and Field..... etc.
Name all four schools in Tillsonburg.
What are FOUR strategies to improve your mental health?
Get lots of sleep, eat healthy, exercise regularly, practice self- check-ins
Feel like you need someone around you, Shaky, headaches, stomach aches, tight muscles, tight chest.
List FOUR coping strategies you can use when you are feeling stressed.
Exercising, breathing exercises, positive self-talk (i.e. say to yourself, “I am strong.”) listening to music, making art, doing yoga, going for a walk
Artemis II
Who is the Prime Minister of Canada?
Mark Carney