Mental health

1. Zayed University
FATIMA ALMAZROUEI
202209767
Governments support for
mental health education
in schools and university

2. Contents
01/
Introduction
02/
Impact of Mental
Health Issues on
Students
03/
Importance of
Mental Health
Education in
Schools
04/
Benefits of
Mental Health
Education in
Schools
05/
Conclusion

3. Introduction
- Mental illness is a growing concern impacting a significant
portion of the world's population.
- Governments need to prioritize mental health initiatives and
support networks to ensure people receive the necessary
resources and treatment.
- Mental health education in schools is crucial to increase
awareness, reduce stigma, and provide students with the
tools to manage their mental health and support peers.

4. - Mental health conditions like anxiety and depression can
negatively affect academic achievement and general well-being.
- Depression increases the likelihood of leaving college by 50% and
reduces GPAs.
- Anxiety exacerbates the link between depression and academic
disability.
- Universities must acknowledge the influence of students' mental
health on academic performance and offer resources and support.
I. Impact of Mental Health
Issues on Students

5. II. Importance of Mental
Health Education in Schools
- Schools should include mental health courses in the
curriculum to raise public awareness and reduce stigma.
- Mental health education should cover a range of topics
related to mental health, such as identification, treatments,
and coping mechanisms.
- Students should be taught to recognize signs of mental
illness, seek help, and reduce stigma by sharing personal
experiences.
- Stress management, coping mechanisms, and self-care
techniques should be covered to manage stress levels and
maintain mental health.

6. III. Benefits of Mental Health
Education in Schools
- Mental health education helps students identify and
manage their own mental health issues.
- Students can recognize signs of mental illness in peers
and provide support.
- Reducing stigma around mental illness creates a more
accepting and caring school environment.
- Improved mental health leads to better academic
performance and overall well-being.

7. Conclusion:
- Mental health is an issue that cannot be disregarded and
impacts both individuals and society.
- Governments need to prioritize mental health initiatives and
support networks.
- Mental health education in schools is crucial to increase
awareness, reduce stigma, and provide students with the tools
to manage their mental health and support peers.
- Together, we can build a culture that honors mental health and
encourages everyone's well-being.

8. Thank
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