True or False
You can have good mental health even if you have a diagnosed mental illness.
True! Mental health is a spectrum, and many people manage conditions effectively.
This Netflix teen drama sparked conversations about teen mental health and suicide.
What is 13 Reasons Why?
What is mindfulness?
Maintaining a moment-by-moment awareness of your thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and surrounding environment.
Bonus 50 Points: Name 2 activities that can help you practice mindfulness!
What is the most common mental health condition in the U.S.?
What is anxiety
What does a Life Coach do?
Helps you set goals, work through problems, develop critical thinking and coping tools.
Bonus 50 Points: What are the names of your Coaches?
Poor mental health increases the risk of cancer or stroke?
True, it also increases the risk of heart disease.
This former Disney Channel star founded the Rare impact Fund, which aims to raise over $100 Million within the next decade to benefit mental Health Services and education.
Selena Gomez!
What is the difference between mental health and mental illness?
Mental health is a general state of well-being; mental illness is a diagnosable condition
This neurotransmitter is often called the “feel-good” chemical.
Serotonin
True or False: My coaches will tell me exactly how to solve my problems.
False! What might work for someone else's problem may not work for you!
Talking openly about suicide increases the risk of someone attempting it.
False. Open, supportive conversations can actually help reduce risk.
Name one crisis or after hours resource for mental health help.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (988), Crisis Text Line, Trevor Project, Teen Line, NAMI Youth Line.
The practice of intentionally taking time to relax and recharge.
Self-care
Bonus 50 Points: What does self-care look like for you?
Name two warning signs of depression?
Common signs include: Withdrawal, Fatigue, Irritability, Hopelessness, Changes in Sleep Pattern, or Self-Harm.
Name 3 topics you could be coached on!
Improving my math grade? Yes!
Growing my confidence? Yup!
Managing my emotions? You bet!
We are here to support you in whatever is important to you, and you want to improve. The possible coaching topics are almost endless as long as it is something you are willing to put effort into.
Stress and Burnout are the same thing.
False. Stress is temporary and manageable, while Burnout is a prolonged exhaustion with physical and emotional effects.
This hit HBO show follows teens dealing with addiction, trauma, and mental illness, with Zendaya in the lead.
Euphoria (no spoilers please!)
Technique to manage negative thoughts?
What is positive affirmations
This cultural phenomenon, particularly in the U.S., often stigmatizes mental health treatment as a form of weakness, specifically among men.
Toxic Masculinity
Name one activity we use in group to help build trust and rapport between students and coaches.
Question Ball, We're Not Really Strangers, The Empathy Game, Common Ground Challenge, Chill Chat Challenge, or Highs/Lows.
Mental health disorders always present with visible symptoms.
False. Many people hide or mask symptoms, and some disorders are internalized.
What percentage of mental health problems start by the age of 14?
What is 50%. (75% of mental health problems are established by the age of 24).
Which psychologist pioneered the work behind coping skills?
Who is Sigmund Freud.
(explored defense mechanisms as a means of understanding how individuals deal with psychological stress)
What should a teen do if they suspect a friend is struggling with their mental health?
Reaching out to a trusted adult explaining your worry about your friend. Reach out to that friend and seeing if they want to talk.
What is an Anchor Point?
Bonus: Name 1 Anchor Point we’ve used!?