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🟦 Page 1 – What Is Mental Health?
🖼 Picture idea:
A simple drawing of a brain and a heart together.
Mental health is about how our mind feels.
It includes our thoughts.
It includes our feelings.
Everyone has mental health.
Mental health can change.
🟦 Page 2 – Feeling Sad or Worried
🖼 Picture idea:
Faces showing happy, sad, worried.
Sometimes we feel sad.
Sometimes we feel worried.
This is normal.
Feelings come and go.
But sometimes feelings stay for a long time.
😞 Understanding Depression
🟦 What Is Depression?
🖼 Picture idea:
Person sitting alone looking tired.
Depression is when someone feels very sad for a long time.
The sadness does not go away easily.
It can affect sleep.
It can affect energy.
It can make daily tasks feel hard.
🟢 If You Have Depression – You Can Help Yourself
🖼 Picture idea:
Checklist with small ticks.
Try to get up at the same time each day.
Go outside for fresh air.
Eat small healthy meals.
Talk to someone you trust.
Do one small task at a time.
Small steps are okay.
You do not have to fix everything at once.
🤝 How Others Can Support Someone With Depression
🖼 Picture idea:
Two people sitting and talking.
Listen without judging.
Be patient.
Do not say “just cheer up.”
Offer small help like shopping or cooking.
Check in regularly.
Support can make a big difference.
😟 Understanding Anxiety
🟦 What Is Anxiety?
🖼 Picture idea:
Person holding chest with fast heartbeat icon.
Anxiety is when someone feels very worried.
The worry can feel very strong.
The body may feel shaky.
The heart may beat fast.
The mind may not switch off.
🟢 If You Have Anxiety – You Can Help Yourself
🖼 Picture idea:
Person breathing slowly.
Try slow breathing.
Breathe in for 4 seconds.
Hold for 4 seconds.
Breathe out slowly.
Repeat.
🖼 Picture idea:
Notebook and pen.
Write your worries down.
Ask: “Is this worry true?”
Ask: “What is in my control?”
Break problems into small steps.
🤝 How Others Can Support Someone With Anxiety
🖼 Picture idea:
Calm person sitting beside someone worried.
Speak calmly.
Do not rush them.
Help them make a simple plan.
Avoid saying “don’t worry.”
Remind them they are safe.
🩺 Getting Help
🟦 Talking to a Doctor
🖼 Picture idea:
Doctor and patient sitting together.
You can talk to a doctor.
You can talk to a nurse.
You can talk to a counsellor.
They will ask about your feelings.
They want to help.
🟦 Treatment Options
🖼 Picture idea:
Medicine bottle and talking bubble.
Some people take medicine.
Some people have talking therapy.
Some people have both.
Different things help different people.
🌱 Looking After Your Mental Health
🖼 Picture ideas for a wellbeing page:
• Walking outside
• Healthy meal
• Sleeping
• Talking to friend
• Hobby (art/music)
Sleep is important.
Food affects mood.
Moving your body helps your brain.
Talking helps.
Doing things you enjoy matters.
💛 Important Message For Readers With Mental Health Conditions
🖼 Picture idea:
Strong person standing with soft glow.
You are not weak.
Mental health problems are real.
Many people experience them.
Support is available.
Recovery is possible.
📚 Teaching Notes For You (Lecturer Version)
When delivering this:
• Keep slides uncluttered
• One idea per slide
• Use consistent icons
• Pause often
• Invite reflection questions
Example questions:
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What helps you feel calm?
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Who could you talk to?
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What small step could you take today?
🌟 Why This Approach Works
It:
✔ Supports self-advocacy
✔ Encourages independence
✔ Educates families
✔ Trains professionals
✔ Reduces stigma
✔ Follows Easy Read principles
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