Mental Health unit test

How can we prevent bullying?

Raise awareness of the consequences, share news and articles

How can we help the victim of bullying?

Confront bully, support victim

What are 5 symptoms of depression?

Sleep change, lack of interest/ motivation, mood swings, low energy, low self-esteem

How can we help prevent depression? (4)

Do things you enjoy, communicate, limit social media, reduce self-criticism

What are the top 2 treatments for depression?

Medications and therapy

What are the top 5 causes of eating disorders?

Family history, low self-esteem, hype in the media to have a certain body type, how we manage stress, intense desire to please other people

What are the warning signs of suicide? (4)

Communicating thoughts regarding suicide, giving away personal belongings, significant change in their value system, engaging in risky behaviors

What are the 3 things we can do to help someone struggling with suicidal thoughts?

Be honest (identify what’s different)

Share feelings (tell them how you feel)

WE need to get help (see a professional)

Why is it important to take good care of ourselves?

We should be our own first priority

Who benefits when you take good care of yourself?

Everyone (family, friends, school)

What are the side effects of being bullied? (5)

Anxiety, low self-esteem, self-harm, suicidal, depression

Sum up power axiom #1

Make goals that will challenge yourself

Sum up power axiom #2

Aim to work hard for your goals (11/10)

Sum up power axiom #3

There are no problems, only challenges, Stay focused!

Sum up power axiom #4

We have a date with destiny, our decisions of today determine our destiny of tomorrow

Sum up power axiom #5

It’s our job to help and support everyone in good and bad times