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Mental Health Matters Introduction

Mental health is part of everyone’s health. You do not need to share personal experiences to complete this worksheet. You may use the fictional situations below. If a topic feels uncomfortable, pause and speak with a trusted adult.

What is mental health?

Mental health is about how we think, feel, relate to others and cope with everyday life. It can change over time. Mental and physical health are connected, and both deserve care.

1.At a dinosaur dig, Evie feels excited about finding a fossil but nervous about presenting it to the group. Which statement best describes mental health?

It is only about whether someone feels happy.
It includes thoughts, feelings, relationships and coping with life.
It is the same thing as physical strength.
It never changes.

2.Complete the sentence: Everyone has health, just as everyone has physical health.

3.Which example is mainly about physical health?

Zach feels worried about making a mistake.
Sienna has a sore ankle after a long walk.
Evie feels proud of her teamwork.
Zach talks to a friend when he is stressed.

Mental and physical health connect

Our minds and bodies can affect each other. For example, worry might make it hard to sleep, and being unwell can affect someone’s mood. These experiences are different for everyone.

4.Zach is anxious about the fossil presentation and has trouble sleeping. Name one way his feelings may be affecting his physical health.

5.True or false: Mental health can change, and people can have both good and difficult days.

TrueFalse

Myths, facts and support

Mental health difficulties are real and can affect anyone. They are not a sign of weakness. Kind listening and getting help from a trusted adult can make a difference. In Australia, trusted adults may include a family member, teacher, school counsellor or health professional.

6.A student says, “People who have mental health difficulties are just weak.” Is this a myth or a fact? Explain briefly.

7.Sienna tells Evie she has been feeling overwhelmed. What is the most supportive response?

“You should stop thinking about it.”
“That sounds hard. Would you like me to listen, or help you find a trusted adult?”
“I’ll tell everyone so they can help.”
“Other people have bigger problems.”

8.Match each situation with a helpful next step. A. A friend wants to talk B. Someone may be unsafe or needs urgent help C. You are unsure how to help

A. A friend wants to talk
B. Someone may be unsafe or needs urgent help
C. You are unsure how to help

1. Get help straight away from a trusted adult or emergency service
3. Ask a trusted adult for guidance
2. Listen kindly and respect their privacy

9.Which statement about stigma is most accurate?

Stigma means unfair negative beliefs or treatment that can make it harder to seek support.
Stigma is a type of exercise.
Stigma means everyone has the same feelings.
Stigma is helpful advice from a trusted adult.

10.Write one respectful thing you could say or do if someone shares that they are having a hard time. You may answer using the dinosaur-dig scenario.