What Is Mental Health?
What is mental health?
Mental health is your emotional and social well-being.
What is self-esteem?
Believing in and valuing your own worth.
What is a coping strategy?
A method to manage difficult emotions in a calm way.
How does being social help your mental health?
It reduces loneliness and builds emotional support.
Who can kids call, text, or message online for help in Canada?
Kids Help Phone
What are two ways to care for your mental health?
Exercise and getting enough sleep (also mindfulness, socializing, or nature time).
What is self-talk?
The thoughts or words you say to yourself in your mind.
Name one coping strategy you could use when you feel stressed.
Listening to music, exercising, journaling, or deep breathing.
What is one positive use of social media?
Staying in touch with friends and family or learning new things.
Name one community organization that helps with youth mental health.
Jack.org, Children’s Mental Health Ontario (CMHO), Kids Help Phone...
What should you do if your feelings start to affect your daily life?
Talk to someone you trust.
Give an example of a positive self-talk statement.
“I can do this!” or “Mistakes help me improve.”
How does mindfulness help your mental health?
It helps you focus on the present and become aware of your thoughts and emotions.
What are 2 negative effects of too much social media use?
Less face-to-face interaction, poor sleep, comparisons, cyberbullying...
What is the difference between a psychologist and a psychiatrist?
Psychiatrists can prescribe medication; psychologists can give you treatment and diagnose a mental illness.
How can positive thinking help your mental health?
It improves mood, confidence, and helps handle challenges better.
Why is self-esteem important for mental health?
It helps you feel confident and capable, and improves your emotional well-being.
What are two benefits of getting enough sleep?
It lets your brain rest and helps manage emotions better (not as tired, irritable..)
Why is it important to talk to friends or family when you’re struggling?
They can provide comfort, advice, and help you get support.
How can therapy animals help with mental health?
They reduce stress and anxiety and make people feel calm and happy.
Explain how thoughts, emotions, and actions are connected.
Negative thoughts can cause negative emotions, which can lead to unhealthy actions—and positive ones can do the opposite.
How can you turn a negative thought like “I’ll never get it” into a positive one?
“This may take time and effort, but I’ll learn how to do it.”
How does spending time in nature improve mental health?
It reduces stress, provides fresh air, and promotes relaxation.
Do you think social media is as helpful as in-person interaction? Explain your opinion.
Most likely not... face-to-face (seeing someone in person) is better because you can show your feelings and emotions better (People can hear your tone better), You can play with them, etc.
Why is it important to know what supports are available in your community?
So you can access help quickly for yourself or others in need.