Monday, 6 April 2026

🧠 2️⃣ MENTAL HEALTH BASICS

 


What is Mental Health?

 

Mental health is how we:

 

Think

Feel

Act

 

👉 Everyone has mental health

 

Signs to Look For

Feeling sad or worried

Feeling stressed

Changes in behaviour

Difficulty coping

What Affects Mental Health?

Work or school pressure

Relationships

Life changes

Health problems

Mental Health Support

 

Support can include:

 

Counselling

Occupational health

Talking to someone

Support services

Early Help

 

👉 Talking early can stop things getting worse

 

Checklist

 

I can spot behaviour changes

I know where to ask for support

I can speak up if I feel stressed

 

Mini Quiz (Mental Health)

Everyone has mental


 

 


 

health.

True / False

Stress can affect mental health.

True / False

You should ignore mental health problems.

True / False

⚠️ 3️ SUICIDE AWARENESS & SELF-HARM

Understanding

 

Some people may:

 

Feel overwhelmed

Have thoughts of self-harm

Feel like they cannot cope

 

👉 These are serious and need support

 

Warning Signs

Talking about death or hopelessness

Withdrawing from others

Behaviour changes

Giving away belongings

How to Help Safely

Listen without judging

Stay calm

Take them seriously

Get help from trained people

Important

 

👉 You should NOT handle this alone

 

Keeping Yourself Safe

Follow policies

Ask for help

Speak to a supervisor

Use emergency services if needed

Support Services (Examples)

UK: Samaritans (116 123)

USA: 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Australia: Lifeline 13 11 14

 

👉 These are available 24/7 in many areas

 

Checklist

 

I know warning signs

I know how to get help

I know how to support someone safely

 

Mini Quiz (Suicide Awareness)

You should ignore warning signs.

True / False

Listening is important.

True / False

You should get help from professionals.

True / False

🌍 4️ INTEGRATION WITH HEALTH & SAFETY

 

Mental health and suicide awareness are part of health and safety.

 

In Workplaces & Schools

Mental health risks should be reported

Staff should be supported

Safe environments are important

Supporting Others

Be kind and respectful

Follow safeguarding rules

Speak up if someone is in danger

Policies & Procedures

Follow workplace rules

Report concerns

Stay within your role

Checklist

 

I know how to keep myself and others safe

I understand my role in supporting wellbeing

I know how to report concerns

 

5️ EASY READ QUIZZES & CHECKLISTS

Health & Safety Quiz

Health & safety is important.

True / False

Reporting hazards helps keep people safe.

True / False

Mental Health Quiz

Mental health affects how we feel and think.

True / False

You should ask for help if stressed.

True / False

Suicide Awareness Quiz

It is okay to ask for help.

True / False

You should not ignore warning signs.

True / False

Final Checklist

 

I understand health and safety

I understand mental health

I know how to respond to risk

I know how to get help

I can support others safely

 

🌟 FINAL KEY MESSAGE

 

👉 Safety is for everyone

👉 Mental health is important

👉 You are not alone

👉 Always ask for help when needed


 

 


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