Mental & Emotional Health
What is mental health?
The way you think, feel, and act when faced with life’s situations.
What is self-esteem?
How you feel about yourself.
What is stress?
The body’s reaction to a stressor.
What is one warning sign of suicidal thoughts?
Talking about death.
Name All the principles & Guidance Counselors?
Mental health
What is emotional health?
How you express your thoughts and feelings.
Name one thing that can impact self-esteem.
Social interactions, life events, or media.
Name one psychological response to stress.
Mood swings, restlessness, or hopelessness.
What is one sign someone might be self-harming?
Scars, scratches, or wearing long sleeves to hide injuries.
What can media (TV, movies, social media) impact?
Self-esteem
Name one physical response to stress.
Increased heart rate, sweating, headache, muscle aches, etc.
What is a sign of healthy self-esteem?
Feels confident, likes their personality, or accepts strengths and weaknesses.
What is one way to manage stress?
Time management, relaxation, or organization.
Name one emotional or cognitive sign of self-harm.
Helplessness, hopelessness, guilt, or shame.
What’s one risk of untreated depression?
Substance abuse or thoughts of suicide
What can affect your emotional health?
Life events, relationships, or stress.
What is a sign of low self-esteem?
Saying negative things about yourself or blaming yourself for things.
What is the difference between physical and psychological stress responses?
Physical affects body functions; psychological affects mood and thinking.
Who can you talk to for help if you or a friend are struggling?
Counselor, therapist, psychologist, psychiatrist, or social worker.
What is a healthy way to express emotions?
Talking, journaling, or exercising
What are two signs someone may be struggling emotionally?
Mood swings, hopelessness, or withdrawing from others.
What are personal beliefs and attitudes?
Beliefs are ideas you hold true; attitudes are set ways of thinking/feeling about something.
What are stressors?
Events or thoughts that make you feel frustrated, angry, or nervous.
What’s one thing you should do if a friend mentions suicide?
Take it seriously, stay with them, and tell a trusted adult immediately.
Where did Mr. Roberts go to college? Both Colleges & What sport did he do ?
VWU , George Mason & Track