SESSION 1 FLAGSIGN OF MENTAL HEALTH PROBLEMS.pptx

flagsigns of mental problems

1. Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti School Counsellors Training On Capacity Building- Upgrading Knowledge and Skills 1 DAY-2

2. 2 Flag Signs of Common Mental Health problems

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5. 5 https://youtu.be/2xkQHh0HUxU?si=YAeZlF8iETkboIdp Let’s Introspect!!!

6. 6 YOUR TEDDY STORY…

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8. 8 CAUSES

9. WHAT TEACHERS CAN DO? 9

10. WHAT TEACHERS CAN DO If the adolescent is not talking or opening up to the teacher, understand they may want to talk to another trusted caregiver. Try being a positive body image role model and reassure as one may need help to understand changes in the body Suggest spending time on interests and activities that make them feel at ease and become less conscious about the body Use praise and reproof avoiding subtle references to body size or shape. Teachers can affirm and appreciate that they are proud of the adolescent for things that are not related to appearance. This might include the adolescents’ sense of humor, effort at school, helpfulness, etc. Help the adolescent in making healthy eating and physical activity part of everyday life. It’s important to let other students know that teasing about weight or appearance is not OK. Teasing can have a negative influence on body image and can also lead to bullying. The adolescent may be referred to Mental Health Professionals if required.

11. GROUP ACTIVITY TIME 11 MYTH BURSTING SESSION 1.FLAG SIGN 2. MYTH 3.REALITY

12. Issues Related to Psychosomatic Concerns 12

13. CASE STUDY A grade X student often complained about stomach ache and his parents were tired of visiting different doctors and getting many types of tests done to diagnose the problem. All doctors informed of no biological evidence of the stomach ache. Parents were so upset that they started beating the child for lying and forcefully sent the student to school. However, the student refused to go. Parents and school authorities were confused.

14. 14 In the above case, it was found that the student was suffering from psychosomatic concerns which involve the occurrence of long-term physical complaints/symptoms, without known medical condition or medical explanation Signs!! .

15. 15 CAUSES

16. WHAT TEACHERS CAN DO? 16

17. WHAT TEACHERS CAN DO Before you begin to help, remember it may be difficult to convince the adolescent and his/her parents to understand the issue and seek assistance Avoid pressurizing the child to talk about stressful events, rather create a warm and conducive environment in the class Keep away from preaching by telling them what to do, remain patient, and avoid any type of embarrassment Be a good listener. Affirming and acknowledging the positive qualities of the adolescent and genuinely willing to help them can help. As required, refer the student to the Counselor or other Mental Health Professionals.

18. ACTIVITY TIME 18