Understanding Mental Health

What is mental health?

• Mental health is only related to stress management.

• Mental health is a state of emotional, psychological, and social well-being.

• Mental health refers to the absence of any mental illness.

• Mental health is solely about physical fitness.

Why is it important to talk about feelings?

• Talking about feelings is unnecessary and can complicate relationships.

• It is important to talk about feelings to process emotions, improve communication, and promote mental well-being.

• Discussing emotions is only important for mental health professionals.

• Feelings should be kept private to avoid misunderstandings.

Can you name a way to help someone who is sad?

• Ignore their feelings and change the subject.

• Tell them to just cheer up.

• Listen and offer support.

• Suggest they go shopping alone.

What should you do if you feel overwhelmed?

• Take deep breaths and break tasks into smaller steps.

• Ignore your feelings and keep working.

• Take a break and binge-watch a series.

• Drink a lot of caffeine to stay alert.

How can friends support each other in tough times?

• Making jokes about the situation

• Competing to see who has it worse

• Friends can support each other by listening, offering help, and staying connected.

• Ignoring each other's problems