Unit 6: Understanding Mental Health and Wellbeing

What is mental health primarily about?

• Financial stability

• The absence of illness

• Social and emotional wellbeing

• Physical fitness

Which term do Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples prefer for a more complete view of health?

• Mental health

• Physical health

• Coping strategies

• Social and emotional wellbeing

What is a crucial factor in maintaining mental health and wellbeing?

• Getting enough sleep

• Avoiding social interactions

• Ignoring stress

• Focusing solely on work

Which of the following is NOT a factor impacting mental health?

• Financial wealth

• Environmental elements

• Psychological elements

• Biological elements

What is the term for conditions diagnosed by medical professionals that significantly affect thought processes?

• Social issues

• Emotional challenges

• Mental illness

• Mental health problems

What is a common myth about mental health issues?

• They can be treated effectively

• They affect only a small number of people

• They can improve over time

• They are a lifetime burden

Which of the following is a recommended practice for managing stress?

• Avoiding all responsibilities

• Engaging in physical activity

• Ignoring feelings

• Working longer hours

What does the term 'mental health problems' refer to?

• Only temporary emotional distress

• Conditions that require hospitalization

• Issues that do not meet formal diagnosis criteria

• Severe mental illnesses

What is an important aspect of language when discussing mental health?

• Using sensational terms

• Avoiding technical jargon

• Using stigmatizing language

• Choosing respectful and sensitive language

Which of the following is a structural factor affecting mental health?

• Safe living conditions

• Coping mechanisms

• Social support

• Personal relationships