Mental Health Awareness 1

• Mental Health
• Upper Secondary (Key Stage 4)
• GCSE

Rate your current knowledge of mental health and mental ill-health

1. Mental health? Never heard of it.

2. I know a little about it

3. I know a good bit about it. But would like to know more

4. I know a lot about it

5. Mental health expert!

What do you already know about mental health and mental ill-health?

Write your own definition of mental health.

Definition: Mental Health

Mental health refers to a person's emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act.

Introduce the concept of mental health and its importance in overall well-being.

Write your own definition of mental ill health.

Definition: Mental Ill-Health

Mental ill-health refers to a range of mental health conditions that negatively impact an individual's thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.

Explain the term 'mental ill-health' and its distinction from mental health.

Examples of Mental Ill Health

Examples of Mental Ill Health

• Depression
• Anxiety disorders
• Bipolar disorder
• Schizophrenia
• Eating disorders
• Borderline personality disorder (BPD)
• Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
• Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

Provide common examples of mental health difficulties for better understanding.

Activity

Break into groups, pick a mental illness, research it and create a poster/summarise your findings

Things to research: 

• definition of the mental illness 
• possible symptoms 
• possible causes 
• possible treatment

Causes of mental health 

Possible Causes of Mental Health Difficulties

Various factors can contribute to mental health difficulties: 

• Genetics
• Traumatic experiences
• Ongoing medical conditions 
• Isolation
• Chronic stress
• Biological causes
• Drug and alcohol use

Discuss the potential causes that can lead to mental health difficulties.

Prevalence in the United Kingdom

Approximately 1 in 4 people in the United Kingdom experience mental ill health each year, representing around 25% of the population.

Highlight the prevalence of mental ill health in the United Kingdom to emphasize its significance.

Quiz Time!

Complete the quiz to assess your understanding of mental health and mental ill-health concepts covered in this lesson.

Conclude the lesson with a quiz to gauge students' comprehension and reinforce key takeaways.

Everyone has mental health.

1. True
2. False

What is the term for a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest in activities?

1. Fatigue
2. Anxiety
3. Depression
4. Excitment

What is the term for sudden, intense bursts of fear or panic that come without warning?

1. Anger spells
2. Nervous breakdowns
3. Panic attacks
4. Sleep disturbances

Which is a common symptom of mental illness?

1. Fever
2. Social withdrawal
3. Increased energy
4. Improved concentration

what percentage of people in the UK experience mental ill health

1. 14%
2. 80%
3. 50%
4. 25%

What is mental health?

1. Emotional, psychological, and social well-being
2. A medical condition
3. A lack of mental illness
4. The absence of all stress and worry

Reflection: Personal Insights

Reflect on your own understanding of mental health and mental ill-health. How has this lesson changed your perspective?

Encourage students to reflect on their learning and personal growth throughout the lesson.

Key Takeaways

1. Mental health encompasses emotional, psychological, and social well-being. 

2. Mental ill-health refers to a range of mental health conditions. 

3. Examples of mental health difficulties include depression, anxiety disorders, and schizophrenia.

4. Various factors can contribute to mental health difficulties. 

5. Approximately 1 in 4 people in the UK experience mental ill health. 

Summarize the key points covered in the lesson to reinforce learning outcomes.

Next Week!

• Effects of mental health on the individual 
• How mental health is portrayed in the media 
• The stigma attached to mental health 
• Impact of stereotyping 
• How to break the stigma 

Pose open-ended questions for further exploration and encourage critical thinking.

Lesson Evaluation

Reflect on your learning experience and provide feedback on the lesson content, activities, and overall effectiveness.

Conclude the lesson by giving students an opportunity to evaluate their learning experience and provide feedback.

Write down anything you have learnt from this lesson.

Write down at least one thing about mental health you want to know more about.