Mental Health Awareness Flashcards
Grade 7 · Health · Flashcards
Review key terms and concepts related to mental health, common conditions, and healthy coping.
Flashcards
- Mental health
- A person's emotional, psychological, and social well-being that shapes how they think, feel, and act.
- Anxiety
- A mental health condition involving persistent, excessive worry or fear that can interfere with daily activities.
- Depression
- A mental health condition marked by lasting sadness, low energy, and loss of interest in things once enjoyed.
- Stress
- The body's natural response to pressure or demands; short-term stress is normal, but chronic stress can harm health.
- Stigma
- Negative stereotypes or attitudes toward mental illness that can prevent people from seeking help.
- Coping strategies
- Healthy actions used to manage stress and difficult emotions, such as exercise, deep breathing, or talking to someone.
- Resilience
- The ability to recover from difficulty and adapt positively to challenging situations.
- Support system
- A network of trusted people — family, friends, counselors — who provide emotional help and encouragement.
- Warning signs
- Changes in someone's mood, behavior, or thinking that may signal they need mental health support.
- Self-care
- Actions taken to maintain and improve one's own health, such as getting enough sleep, eating well, and taking breaks.
- Counselor
- A trained professional who provides guidance and support for mental health challenges.
- Empathy
- The ability to understand and share the feelings of another person, which is important when supporting someone with mental health struggles.
- Mindfulness
- Paying focused attention to the present moment in a calm, non-judgmental way to reduce stress and anxiety.
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