Communication

Talking about sensitive subjects like mental health can be awkward. One way to help you and your students feel more comfortable is to normalize the topic by incorporating it into everyday lessons and conversations. Building an atmosphere where mental health is regularly addressed in a matter-of-fact way makes it that much easier to discuss specific issues or problems when they arise. 

Here are several exercises that help begin a classroom dialog about mental health and wellness.

Exercises

• Know and Post Your Resources
• The Check-In
• The Safe Deposit Box
• Health Resource “Commercial Breaks”