Overview
This comprehensive resource designed to equip students with essential knowledge and skills to navigate and understand mental health challenges effectively. Developed with a focus on promoting mental wellness and reducing stigma, this resource covers various aspects of mental health, including identification of common mental health disorders, strategies for self-care and stress management, and avenues for seeking help and support.
Know Before You Go – Mental Health Literacy
Objectives
- Supporting grade 12-centered around promoting mental wellness, reducing stigma, and building a supportive and inclusive campus community where students feel empowered to seek.
- Help when needed and support one another in times of difficulty.
Instructions
The six chapters are used by educators to gain knowledge on focusing on key aspects relevant to students’ mental health and well-being. Activities and resources are available in each chapter; these will include:
- Identity (cultural identity, personal values & sexuality)
- Becoming Independent (building resiliency, money management & decision making)
- Building Relationships (dating/romantic encounter & being with yourself)
- Education (learning styles, organization & career planning)
- Mental Health (developing positive mental health, anxiety, mental health disorders and substance abuse)
- Sexual Health (sexual harassment & safer sex)
The chapters likely provide valuable information about mental health conditions, symptoms, and treatment options. By reading them, students can become more aware of the prevalence and diversity of mental health issues, which can help reduce stigma and encourage seeking help when needed. Understanding mental health literacy equips students with the knowledge and skills to recognize signs of distress in themselves and others. This understanding can lead to early intervention, potentially preventing mental health crises or worsening conditions.
Key Highlights
- Self-reflection & Resource support
- Activities/Planning