Who can a Mental Health Problem affect?

• Small group with genetic factors

• Anyone

• Teenagers only

• Adults

Answer explanation

Mental Health Problems can happen to anyone. Individuals get affected when they are unable to cope with stressors for an extended duration.

What is an example of a Mental Illness?

• Dementia

• Migraines

• Heart Issues

• Mood Disorder

Answer explanation

A mood disorder is a mental health condition that primarily affects your emotional state.

Characteristic of Mental Health Problem - ________ thinking patterns

Who is someone you can refer to if your friend needs help? - S_____ C_________

Answer explanation

You can always seek help from trusted adults - School Counsellors, Teachers, Year Heads etc

What is are the signs of D.I.S.T.R.E.S.S? (hint: more than one answer!)

• Talkative Behaviour

• Deliberately Avoiding Others

• Sending Moody Messages

• Increased Energy Levels

What should you NOT say when your friend/peer is distressed?

• It's not a big deal, get over it.

• Thanks for sharing this with me.

• Don't be so negative!

• I can't imagine how you feel, but know that I am here for you.

Answer explanation

Be mindful of being dismissive to someone who is feeling stressed. Affirm and empathise with them instead.

What do the Es in the C.H.E.E.R Model represent? - E________ with them & E________ them to seek help

• Empathise & Educate

• Encourage & Educate

• Enlighten & Encourage

• Empathise & Encourage

Answer explanation

Which framework should you use to breakdown stereotypes?

• D.I.S.T.R.E.S.S

• W.A.L.L.S

• S.O.L.E.R

• C.H.E.E.R

Answer explanation

Mental Health exists on a _________.

Select the helplines which you can call to seek help and guidance (hint: more than one!)

• 1. Samaritans of Singapore (SOS)

• TOUCHline

• eC2

• Help123

• mindline.sg

Answer explanation