Mental Health

Mental health matters because it influences:

• Only how you react during stressful moments

• Your emotions, thinking patterns, and daily behaviors

• Your intelligence level

• How many friends you have

Overthinking is best described as:

• Thinking hard to find the best answer

• A mental loop where thoughts replay without leading to solutions

• Daydreaming in class

• Imagining future goals

Which statement is TRUE about overthinking?

• It usually solves problems quickly

• It helps you stay in control

• Most of the things you overthink never actually happen

• It means you are weak

Anxiety is most accurately defined as:

• A reaction only to major life events

• A sign you are being dramatic

• Feeling annoyed when people bother you

• Your body’s alarm system activating, even when there’s no real danger

Suicide is most often connected to:

• Sudden anger
  

• Stress from school

• Deep emotional pain

• Wanting attention

Why is “keeping a friend’s suicidal thoughts secret” harmful?

• It proves your loyalty

• It makes the friendship stronger

• It gives you more responsibility

• It prevents the friend from getting lifesaving support

Which thing helps keep your mental health strong over time?

• Having healthy coping skills and strong social support

• Being left alone to solve problems

• Being active on social media

• Staying busy so you don’t think

What is the main purpose of crisis hotlines like 988?

• Provide immediate emotional support and help create a safety plan

• Give legal advice

• Diagnose mental illness

• Replace therapy long-term

Which response BEST supports a friend expressing hopelessness?

• “You’re overreacting.”

• “Other people have it worse.”

• “I’m here with you. Let’s talk to someone who can help.”

• “Let’s just forget about it.”

What makes anxiety decrease over time?

• Avoiding every uncomfortable situation

• Gaining more reassurance from others

• Gradually facing fears and learning coping skills

• Pretending you aren’t anxious