Recognizing Signs of Mental Health in Children

What is essential for maintaining good physical health?

• Sleeping all day

• Playing video games

• Watching TV

• Eating well and staying active

What does mental health primarily concern?

• Heart rate

• Bone density

• Brain function and emotions

• Muscle strength

What can indicate that someone has good mental health?

• Feeling sad all the time

• Having clear thoughts and sharing feelings

• Never talking to others

• Ignoring personal problems

What is a sign of good mental health?

• Constantly feeling angry

• Being happy most of the time

• Avoiding friends

• Never sleeping

What can help improve mental health when feeling upset?

• Ignoring the feelings

• Reading a favorite book

• Staying alone all the time

• Playing video games non-stop

How can poor mental health manifest?

• Always feeling happy

• Eating healthy food

• Feeling down without a clear reason

• Having too much energy

What should you do if you feel overwhelmed by unhappy thoughts?

• Watch TV all day

• Keep it to yourself

• Eat lots of candy

• Talk to a trusted adult

What is true about children with autism?

• They prefer noisy environments

• They cannot learn new things

• They dislike quiet places

• They often excel in math, science, and arts

What is a characteristic of ADHD?

• Needing to take frequent breaks

• Lack of creativity

• Disliking sports

• Preferring to stay still

How should we react to peers who find certain tasks more challenging?

• Laugh at them

• Help them when we can

• Ignore them

• Tell them to give up