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Topic: Mental health awareness - Coggle Diagram
Topic: Mental health awareness
1.Why I Chose Mental Health Awareness
Personal experience with stress & anxiety
Friends also affected → shared struggles
Mental health problems often invisible
Leads to lack of support → people feel unheard
Desire to raise awareness & listen
Support improves school life & happiness
2.Why Mental Health Awareness Matters to Me
Many students face stress, anxiety, loneliness
Causes: school pressure, social expectations, lifestyle habits
COVID-19 pandemic worsened isolation
Highlighted need for better school support
Connection to personal experience (from 1)
Connection Between Physical and Mental Health
Integrated Science & PE insights
Physical activity → improves mental well-being
Healthy habits → reduce stress & anxiety
Schools should combine physical & mental health programs
Supports holistic student health → better outcomes
How School Subjects Help Mental Health Awareness
Individuals & Societies / English
Teach stress understanding
Develop communication & listening skills → key for support
Drama & Visual Arts:
Creative emotional expression → healing & self-awareness
These skills support peer support and awareness efforts (linked to 1 & 7)
What Makes Students Feel Good and Supported
Self-determination theory
Autonomy: control over choices → empowerment
Relatedness: feeling connected → social support
↳ Competence: belief in abilities → confidence
Schools can create environments fulfilling these needs
Leads to better mental health & motivation
Links to teamwork & peer support (6, 7)
How Schools Can Support Mental Health
Multidisciplinary teams: nurses, teachers, social workers
Example: Student Mental Health Support Scheme
Enables quick, coordinated care
Collaboration improves early intervention (linked to 7 & 8)
Keeping Support Going
Regular check-ins: students, teachers, parents
Early problem detection → timely help
Supporting teachers’ mental health
Teachers better equipped to support students
Links to school teamwork (6) and awareness activities (8)
Ideas for Raising Awareness and Support
Mental health toolkits & talks
Mental health fairs & community events
Self-care activities: meditation, yoga, art therapy
Peer support groups & volunteer programs
Creative campaigns: art exhibits, themed dress-up days
These activities build connection (5), empower students (5), and use skills from school subjects (4)
Using Technology to Reach More Students
Combine online & in-person events
Increases accessibility & participation
Online platforms provide anonymous help
Supports shy or hesitant students → reduces stigma
supports shy or hesitant students → reduces stigma
Supports awareness campaigns (8) and ongoing support (7)