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 ❌
⚠️ 3️⃣ 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 ✅
🌍 4️⃣ 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
✅ 5️⃣ 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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