Year 7

Why is connecting to others important?

In this lesson, we will learn about the link between connection and your mental wellbeing. You will be able to understand the importance of quality friendships.

Year 7

Why is connecting to others important?

In this lesson, we will learn about the link between connection and your mental wellbeing. You will be able to understand the importance of quality friendships.

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. Link between 'connection' and wellbeing
  2. Different types of 'connection' (carers, pets, online, friends)
  3. Quality of friendships is more important that quantity

Content guidance

  • Contains subject matter which individuals may find upsetting.

Supervision

Adult supervision suggested

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5 Questions

Q1.
Connecting to others is one of the 6 ways to build a positive mental well-being
False
Correct answer: True
Q2.
People will like it if you say "Thank you"
False
Correct answer: True
Q3.
Being physically active will improve your mental well-being
False
Correct answer: True
Q4.
Having less than 5 hours sleep per night is good for your mental well-being
Correct answer: False
True
Q5.
An example of learning a new skill is to start a new hobby?
False
Correct answer: True

5 Questions

Q1.
How does connecting with others impact our well-being? (Tick as many or few answers you think are right)
Correct answer: It gives you an opportunity to share positive experiences
Correct answer: It helps you to build a sense of belonging and self-worth
It means you can spend time alone
Correct answer: It provides emotional support and allow you to support others
Q2.
Having a family dinner is a good way to connect with others
False
Correct answer: True
Q3.
Watching TV alone is a good way to connect with others
Correct answer: False
True
Q4.
What is more important?
Correct answer: Having good friends (quality)
Having lots of friends (quantity)
Q5.
Which of these are good qualities in a friend?
Correct answer: Someone who encourages me to do the right thing and be my best self.
Someone who forces you to do something you are uncomfortable with.
Correct answer: Someone who listens.
Correct answer: Someone with a good sense of humour.