Mental Health
True or False: Mental health is just as important as physical health in a person's overall wellbeing.
True!
True or False: Unmanaged, prolonged stress can have harmful impacts on physical wellbeing.
True!
Where can you go in the building if you need support with your mental health?
Counseling office or let a teacher know
True or False: Exercise and healthy eating can boost your mental health.
True! Exercise releases "feel-good" chemicals in our body and healthy eating can help you get proper nutrients in your brain - both things can help you get into a more positive state of mind.
______ stress can motivate us and teach us time management skills.
Good
List 3 unhealthy coping skills
Isolating, eating too much or too little, sleeping too much or too little, substance use, avoidance, self-harm
How can you make an appointment to see your counselor?
Sign up at the counseling desk
True or False: Excessive screen time can negatively impact your mental health.
For 50 extra points: what is an appropriate amount of screen time for a middle schooler?
True!
_______ stress makes it difficult to function on a daily basis.
Bad
List 3 healthy coping skills.
Talking to someone you trust, listening to music, deep breathing, exercising, reading, journaling, coloring.
Name 3 people you can reach out to if you need support.
Family, friends, teachers, school counselor, therapist
False! Mental illness is not a visible illness; many people you know have been diagnosed with mental illnesses. Check out our "Rethink the Stigma" wall by the main office!
Mood swings, lack of concentration, anxiety, anger, irritability, depression, panic attacks, crying, nightmares, restlessness, confusion, feelings of helplessness.
Unhealthy coping skills provide immediate relief, but have negative consequences. Give an example of a negative consequence of a coping skill.
Multiple correct answers
What is the name of the program that allows teens to talk to other teens about mental health? (hint: they've been to GMS during your health/science classes)
Youthline
How can we end mental health stigma?
Sharing our stories, encouraging our peers to seek support and talk about their mental wellbeing.
When someone experiences something stressful, the body responds in one of three ways. List the 3 possible responses to stress.
Fight, Flight, or Freeze
What is the phone number for the mental health crisis line?
988