Mental health: How might my mental health change?
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Why this why now
As Year 11 pupils mature, they require an understanding of how mental health fluctuates across the lifespan. This unit provides knowledge about biological influences on mental health, impacts of poor mental health, and accessing appropriate adult support services. At this important stage, pupils can understand that mental health changes are normal whilst recognising when professional help is needed, empowering them to manage stress, seek support proactively, and develop resilience.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Pupils should understand from Key Stage 3 that everyone experiences emotional ups and downs, and that worrying or feeling down are normal, not necessarily signs of mental ill health.
- Pupils should be familiar with common mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression, understanding symptoms, triggers and the importance of seeking professional support.
- Pupils should know from earlier learning how to access mental health support.
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Why this why now
As Year 11 pupils mature, they require an understanding of how mental health fluctuates across the lifespan. This unit provides knowledge about biological influences on mental health, impacts of poor mental health, and accessing appropriate adult support services. At this important stage, pupils can understand that mental health changes are normal whilst recognising when professional help is needed, empowering them to manage stress, seek support proactively, and develop resilience.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Pupils should understand from Key Stage 3 that everyone experiences emotional ups and downs, and that worrying or feeling down are normal, not necessarily signs of mental ill health.
- Pupils should be familiar with common mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression, understanding symptoms, triggers and the importance of seeking professional support.
- Pupils should know from earlier learning how to access mental health support.
Mental health: How might my mental health change?
This unit explores fluctuating mental health across the lifespan. Pupils learn how mental health changes, understand impacts of poor mental health, examine biological influences including hormones and sleep, and know how to access appropriate support.
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