Mental Health Facts
What is Mental Health?
The way we think, feel, and act — especially how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices.
Name a job where good mental health is important.
All jobs! Every job benefits from mental wellness.
What can help reduce stress before a test?
Studying ahead, sleep, deep breaths, or asking for help.
What is “deep breathing” used for?
To calm down your body and lower stress.
What’s a resume?
A list of your skills, experiences, and education to show employers.
Name one common symptom of anxiety.
Racing heart, sweating, overthinking, or avoidance
What’s one way to handle stress at work?
Take short breaks, talk to a coworker, deep breathing, or use a checklist.
You didn’t finish an assignment. What’s a healthy response?
Ask for an extension, explain your situation, and try again.
Name a creative coping skill.
Drawing, music, journaling, dancing, crafts.
Name one soft skill helpful for any job.
Communication, teamwork, time management, being reliable.
True or false: Asking for help is a sign of weakness.
False — it’s a sign of strength and self-awareness!
You’re feeling overwhelmed. What should you do before quitting your job?
Talk to a support person, try problem-solving, adjust your schedule, or use coping tools.
Name a study habit that helps with focus.
Break tasks into chunks, find a quiet space, use a planner.
What’s a grounding technique for anxiety?
5-4-3-2-1 senses game, holding something cold, focusing on your breath.
What’s one way to prepare for a job interview?
Practice answers, dress neatly, arrive early, bring a resume.
What does “burnout” mean?
Emotional and physical exhaustion from too much stress — often related to school or work.
What is one way SAWS or Clubhouse supports you with work?
Job coaching, transitional employment, resume help, interview practice.
True or false: It’s okay to take a break from school to focus on mental health.
True — balance is important!
You feel like giving up — what’s a coping phrase you could use?
“This is hard, but I can do it.” / “One step at a time.” / “I’ve gotten through tough things before.”
True or false: There’s only one “right” career for you.
False — there are many paths that can be meaningful!
Name two ways to support someone with a mental health challenge.
Listen without judgment, offer encouragement, suggest talking to a support person.
True or false: You can have a successful career and manage your mental health.
TRUE!
What’s one way Clubhouse can help you succeed in school?
Study support, tutoring, encouragement, reminders, goal-setting.
Build your “Coping Kit” — name 3 healthy tools you’d put inside.
Any 3: breathing, fidget toy, music, support phone numbers, journal, affirmations.
What’s the difference between a job and a career?
A job is short-term work; a career is a long-term path you build with experience and learning.