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"Mental and Emotional Disorders'' follows the story of Gabrielle, who struggles with panic disorder, and Garrett, who struggles with binge eating disorder. Students will learn to distinguish types of anxiety disorders and eating disorders; recognize signs,  symptoms, and causes of anxiety disorders and eating disorders; understand impulsive behaviors and their risks, and learn how and when to seek out adequate mental and emotional health services.  This lesson answers the following questions:  -How can I manage anxiety? -What are the signs of mental and emotional disorders? -How can someone seek help if they are struggling with mental health?  This lesson is for grades 9-12.  How can I teach my students how to manage mental and emotional disorders? In this lesson on mental and emotional disorders, students will learn about the different types of disorders and how to manage them in healthy ways.  How do I talk to my child about mental illness? If you are a parent and want to talk about how teens can apply self-managing strategies to avoid self-harming behaviors, this is the right lesson for you!

Mental and Emotional Disorders

Describe the relationships among physical, mental, and social health factors during adolescence (e.g., the effects of stress on physical and mental performance, effects of nutrition on growth).

23.C.3a

Evaluate the importance of social groups and peer influences and explain how they can affect individual mental health and wellness.

Describe how internal and external factors influence self-esteem.

Examine how the family influences the health of adolescents.

2.8.1

Describe how peers influence healthy and unhealthy behaviors.

2.8.3

Determine when professional health services may be required.

3.12.4

Discuss how emotions change during adolescence.

MEH1.8.3

Explain the causes, symptoms, and effects of anxiety.

MEH1.8.14

Describe the signs, symptoms, and consequences of common eating disorders.

MEH1.8.15

Analyze the risks of impulsive behaviors.

MEH1.8.26

Describe situations that call for professional mental and emotional health services.

MEH3.8.4

Locate valid and reliable mental and emotional health products.

MEH4.8.7

There are many factors that can influence one’s mental health, including  family, environment, genetics, brain chemistry, health behaviors, personal values,  peers, media, technology, culture and community.

1A.Ib

Individuals can describe the warning signs, risk factors, and protective  factors for depression, anxiety eating disorders, and suicide.

3A.Ib

Individuals acknowledge that there are issues that cannot be managed  independently and require support/assistance.

3B.Ia

Individuals can take action (individually or with support) to positively impact  their own mental health.

1A.Cd

Individuals can develop coping skills to work through challenging situations.

1A.Ce

Demonstrating empathy, compassion and acceptance can support  others who are dealing with mental health issues and is important towards reducing stigma.

2B.Cc

Many trusted adults and community resources are available to help  individuals with their mental health needs.

3C.Ca

Hypothesize others’ feelings and perspectives in a variety of situations and explain the reasons for one’s conjecture.

2A.3a

Discuss the influence of childhood trauma and how to recognize, process, and  overcome negative events.

Describe methods to support others who have long-term physical health conditions.

Describe the consequences of disordered eating and eating disorders such as bulimia, anorexia, and binge eating disorder and the importance of seeking help from a parent or another trusted adult for oneself or others related to disordered eating.

Discuss the suicide risk and suicide protective factors as identified by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the importance of telling a parent or another trusted adult if one observes the warning sign in self or others.

Research and discuss protective factors and healthy self-management strategies to avoid self-harming behaviors.

Examine how the use of suicide prevention resources such as the National  Suicide Prevention Hotline can reduce the likelihood of suicide.

Locate age-appropriate guidelines for eating and physical activity.

3.1.N

Advocate for self and others to increase the safety of school community.

4.1e

Describe the changing roles and responsibilities of adolescents as members of a family and community.

1.6.M

Participate in clubs, organizations, and activities in the school and community that offer opportunities for student and family involvement.

7.3.M

Promote a positive and respectful school environment.

8.1.M

Explain how witnesses and bystanders can help prevent violence by reporting dangerous situations.

1.8.M

Analyze internal and external influences on mental, emotional, and social health.

2.1.M

Access accurate sources of information and services about mental, emotional, and social health

3.1.M

Analyze the qualities of healthy peer and family relationships.

1.2.M

Describe how social environments affect health and well-being.

1.5.M

Promote a positive and respectful environment at school and in the community

8.2.M

Explain the interrelationship of mental, emotional, and social health

4.1a

Describe the signs, causes, and health effects of stress, loss, and depression.

1.1.M

Describe the benefits of having positive relationships with trusted adults.

1.7.M

Monitor personal stressors and assess techniques for managing them.

5.2.M

Describe situations for which someone would seek help with stress, loss, an unrealistic body image, or depression

5.4.M

Classify personal stressors at home, in school, and with peers.

1.9.M

Evaluate the benefits of professional services for people with mental, emotional, or social health conditions.

3.2.M

Evaluate the benefits of informed health choices

2.6.P

Identify ways to counteract negative influences that impact mental and emotional health.

4.1d

Analyze the relationship between thoughts, emotions, feelings and behavior.

4.1b

Identify a variety of verbal and nonverbal communication styles and how to respond effectively.

4.1f

Develop healthy strategies to deal with stressors.

4.2e

Implement effective strategies for dealing with personal and environmental stress.

4.1c

Practice asking for help with mental, emotional, or social health problems from trusted adults.

4.1.M

Evaluate internal and external influences on food choices.

2.2.N

Demonstrate the ability to use effective skills to model healthy decision making and prevent overconsumption of foods and beverages.

4.1.N

Practice effective communication skills with parents, guardians, or trusted adults regarding healthy nutrition and physical activity choices.

4.2.N

Contrast healthy and risky approaches to weight management

5.3.N

Describe signs of depression, potential suicide, and other self-destructive behaviors

1.10.M

Describe common mental health conditions and why seeking professional help for these conditions is important.

1.11.M

Analyze situations to determine whether they call for acts of caring among friends or require getting the help of trusted adults.

3.4.M

Identify the causes, symptoms, and harmful effects of eating disorders.

1.11.N

Explain why people with eating disorders need professional help.

1.12.N

Discuss healthy ways to respond when you or someone you know is grieving

4.2.M

Identify symptoms that should prompt individuals to seek health care.

1.3.P

Evaluate influences on the selection of personal health care products and services.

2.2.P

Analyze internal influences on one’s food choices.

1.1d

Describe the signs, symptoms, and consequences of common eating disorders

4.2g

Differentiate how a positive or a negative body image can influence eating behavior.

1.2e

Analyze how a positive or a negative body image can influence health behaviors.

4.1g

Demonstrate how to communicate the importance of seeking help for mental and emotional problems.

4.3d

Explain the importance of a healthy relationship with food (i.e. intuitive eating, moderation, food as fuel)

HEPA 1.6.8

Differentiate between healthy eating and disordered eating

HEPA 1.7.8 

Recognize the connection between depression and suicidal ideation

MEH 1.3.8 

Explain the importance of telling an adult if there are people who are in danger of hurting themselves or others

MEH 1.4.8 

Summarize feelings and emotions associated with loss and grief.

MEH 1.11.8 

Explain the importance of a positive body image.

MEH 1.12.8 

Describe how mental and emotional health can affect health-related behaviors.

MEH 1.13.8 

Explain the causes, symptoms, and effects of depression, stress and anxiety

MEH 1.14.8 

MEH 1.16.8 

Identify trusted adults and resources for assistance.

MEH 1.17.8 

Describe situations that call for professional health services.

AI 3.2.8 

Demonstrate how to effectively ask for assistance to improve personal health.

IC 4.5.8 

Describe the difference between a healthy relationship with food and an unhealthy relationship with food

HEPA 1.13.12 

Identify healthy and risky approaches to eating and exercise

1.14.12

Determine when to seek help for mental and emotional health problems and the barriers to doing so, including stigma

MEH 1.3.12 

Examine the causes, symptoms, and effects of depression, stress and anxiety, including physical and psychological response

MEH 1.4.12 

Summarize why it is important to tell an adult if there are people who are in danger of hurting themselves or others (suicide prevention awareness)

MEH 1.6.12 

Summarize strategies for coping with loss and grief.

MEH 1.9.12 

Explain the impact of a variety of mental health disorders on behavior (e.g. mood, anxiety, psychotic, and eating disorders)

MEH 1.11.12 

MEH 1.14.12 

AI 3.3.12 

4.4.12

Examine barriers to healthy decision making.

DM 5.1.12 

Describe circumstances that may require professional health services and resources.

HE6.3.d

Analyze the signs, symptoms, and resources for people who engage in self-harming behavior. Discuss resources available to combat the behavior.

HE8.1.o

Describe the interrelationship of having a traumatic physical injury on a person’s social and emotional health.

HEHS.1.k

Describe the interrelationships of emotional, intellectual, physical, and social health.

HEHS.1.n

Compare and contrast common mental illnesses (such as depression, anxiety and panic disorders, and phobias) and ways to detect and treat them.

2.1.6.C.3

Distinguish health issues that warrant support from trusted adults or health professionals.

2.2.6.E.2

Compare and contrast how families may change over time

2.4.6.A.1

Analyze the impact of mental illness (e.g., depression, impulse disorders such as gambling or shopping, eating disorders, and bipolar disorders) on physical, social, and emotional well-being.

2.1.8.C.3

Justify when individual or collaborative decision-making is appropriate.

Mental and Emotional Disorders

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