in this context, when a person seeks support without needing a professional to refer them

stands for Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services, the NHS service that supports young people up to their 18th birthday with their mental health

a person or organisation that is reliable, safe and honest, and we can believe their advice

Seeking mental health advice

RSHE (PSHE)

This unit teaches how to seek mental health advice, use health care clinics, drop-ins, online services, and navigate the system for dentists and doctors.

Staying safe and healthy: How do I use the health care system?

Depiction or discussion of serious mental health issues including eating disorders, self-harm, suicide or attempted suicide, or the aftermath of such an event.

Depiction or discussion of mental health issues

when a person seeks support without needing a professional referral

a person or organisation that is reliable, safe and honest

Match the words to the correct definitions.

Poor sleep can negatively affect both mental and physical health.

Mental health has no effect on your physical health.

Eating a balanced diet can support both your body and your mind.

Good physical health can improve resilience and focus.

Which of the following statements is **incorrect**?

feeling particularly tired without explanation

experiencing a lack of motivation or sadness

continuing to enjoy your daily activities

Changes in our mental health might include ...

Which of these is **not** a reliable source of mental health advice?

there’s no way to verify where the advice came from

the advice is backed up by recent research

the advice comes from a trained professional

Warning signs of unreliable advice might include ...

A GP can match your needs to the right help.

A GP can only help with physical problems, not mental health.

A GP can recommend strategies to help mental health.

Which of these statements is **incorrect**?

Unless they experience a problem, adults should go for a dental check up every ...

Which one of these professionals will help to clean teeth and remove plaque?

Who is eligible for free dental treatment on the NHS in the UK?

To register with a GP surgery independently, you need to be:

the process of signing up with a GP or dental practice

a medical or dental examination to identify any health issues

continuing to exist or endure over a prolonged period

an inspection of the appearance and feel of areas of the body

to observe and check the progress or quality of (something) over time

A doctor is someone who provides general medical treatment and advice to patients. They are also referred to as a ...

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Depiction or discussion of mental health issues

Adult supervision required

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