Mental Health
What is mental health?
Mental health is how we think, feel, and act.
True or False: Everyone feels stressed sometimes.
True
What are emotions?
Feelings people experience.
What is a coping skill?
A healthy way to manage stress, emotions, or problems.
True or False: You should handle all your problems alone.
False
True or False: Everyone has mental health.
True
Name one common cause of stress for students.
Tests, homework, friendships, sports, family problems, etc.
Name one emotion besides happy or sad.
Angry, excited, nervous, embarrassed, frustrated, etc.
Name one healthy coping skill.
Deep breathing, drawing, exercise, music, talking to someone, etc.
Name someone you can talk to when you are feeling stressed, upset, angry etc
Parent, teacher, counselor, coach, family member, trusted friend, etc.
Mental health affects our thoughts, feelings, and what else?
Behavior/actions
True or False: Stress is always bad.
False
(Some stress can motivate you.)
What does it mean to “manage your emotions”?
Handling feelings in a safe, responsible and respectful way.
What is positive self-talk? Provide an example
Encouraging yourself with helpful thoughts.
"You got this." "I can do hard things." "I am smart."
True or False: Asking for help is a sign of weakness. Explain
False
Mental health can affect how we treat who?
Ourselves and others
Name one physical sign of stress.
Headache, stomachache, sweating, tiredness, fast heartbeat, etc.
You feel angry during class. What’s one healthy thing you can do before reacting?
Deep breathing, counting, taking a pause, etc.
You’re upset after an argument with a friend. What’s one healthy coping skill you could use first?
Talk to an adult, Walk away, Deep breathing, positive self-talk,
What are 2 ways a good friend supports your mental health?
Listening, being kind, including you, encouraging you, etc.
Name one thing that can affect mental health.
Stress, sleep, friendships, family, school, exercise, etc.
What is one healthy way to deal with stress?
Deep breathing, exercise, talking to someone, music, journaling, etc.
Why is it important to understand your emotions?
It helps with communication, relationships, and decision-making.
Why do coping skills not work instantly every time?
Different situations and people need different strategies and practice.
What should you do if the first person you tell doesn’t help?
Tell another trusted adult.