Mental Health
What is mental health?
How we think, feel, and handle stress
What is anxiety?
Feeling very worried or nervous
What is depression?
Long-lasting sadness or low energy
Name one coping skill
Deep breathing, music, etc.
One way to help a friend?
Listen
True or False: Everyone has mental health
True
Name one physical symptom of anxiety
Fast heartbeat, sweating, etc.
Name one emotional sign
Sadness, hopelessness
What is deep breathing?
Slow breathing to calm body
What should you NOT say?
“Just get over it”
Name one thing that affects mental health
Stress, sleep, relationships, etc.
Name one anxious thought
“What if something goes wrong?”
Name one behavior change
Sleeping more/less, isolating
Why is talking helpful?
Reduces stress, gives support
Who is a trusted adult?
Teacher, parent, counselor
Why is mental health important?
It affects thoughts, feelings, actions
What might anxiety make someone avoid?
School, social situations, etc.
How is it different from a bad day?
Lasts longer and affects daily life
Name an unhealthy coping skill
Avoiding everything, bottling feelings
Why is listening important?
Makes people feel supported
How is mental health like physical health?
Both need care and can change
When should someone get help?
When it lasts long or affects daily life
Why is it important to talk to someone?
To get support and help
Create a coping plan
Answers may vary
What would you say to help a friend?
“I’m here for you”