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- 6th - 12th
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Students analyze the experiences of a fictional soldier in a war and create a mental health profile for that individual. They emulate psychiatrists and propose treatment strategies for their particular soldier's post-traumatic stress disorder. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students define various mental disorders and list some of their signs and symptoms. They identify mental disorders after being given hypothetical scenarios. They share their results with the class. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students analyze information from newspaper articles regarding current health isssues. In small groups, they select an article, complete a worksheet, answer discussion questions, and write a one-page summary on the criteria for healthy living. Full Review »
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- 3rd
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Students discover what mental health is. They discuss examples and draw pictures of themselves taking care of their mental health. They write a story about a time when they felt good about themselves. Full Review »
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- 4th - 6th
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Students investigate the effects of depression and the brain's influence on metal illness. The factors that may affect a person's ability to develop depression are examined in this lesson. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 9th - 12th
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Students, in groups, conduct research about a specific disorder of the brain, create a character study of a person with that brain disorder, and then present the information to the rest of the class. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 9th - 12th
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Students study the complexities of eating disorders and the underlying factors which may contribute to their onset and development. They explore the various aspects and manifestations of these eating disorders and identify and express their own conflicts of self image. Full Review »
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- 11th
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Students read the short story, "The Yellow Wallpaper" before researching women's issues that were prevalent during the twentieth century. They look for connections between women's issues and mental health issues, and discuss these topics. Finally, they write a persuasive essay about society's attitudes as they contribute to mental illness. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students are divided into pairs, usually one male and one female. A student may work by him/herself or work with a friend. They are told that they are expecting a child. Unfortunately, their child may or may not have inherited some form of genetic disorder. Case history of their play family is given to each group and their jobs are to solve the problems. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students, while diving into a diverse pool of activities, examine in what ways will the choices you make today determine your future health and well-being. The examining of materials begin with Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs. Full Review »
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