Understanding Mental Health

  • Author: Headwater Learning and Eduscape
  • Course Level: 101
  • Est. Length: 10 minutes
  • Grade(s): PK-12th Grade
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Mental health and mental illness are terms that are often used interchangeably but, in fact, they are very different things. This section will provide an introduction to key terms and will offer a deeper understanding of the topic while breaking down stigma, increasing mental health literacy, and ultimately working towards a more welcoming and mentally literate school system.

In this section, learners will:

-Define key terms and discuss their implications for schools.
-Differentiate between mental health and mental illness.
-Explore beliefs and attitudes related to mental health.
-Establish a foundational understanding of mental health and mental illness and learn to utilize a common language in the educational context.