Stop wondering start knowing
The resource consists of a facilitation guide and 5 short videos (18 minutes total).
The videos include an introduction to mental health, three interviews with youth who have experienced mental health challenges, and a “wrap up” video. Interviews feature real Canadian youth sharing what it was like to experience and overcome mental health challenges, and how they manage their mental health now.
This resource was developed in consultation with mental health professionals, school professionals and youth. The resource was evaluated and found to support improved their health literacy, understanding early signs and symptoms, wellness tools and knowing where to go for resources and support. The resource is flexible and may be used for one or multiple classroom sessions. This resource is an introduction to the topic.
Other than becoming familiar with these materials, no preparation time is required. You do not need to have expertise in mental health.
Why we’re recommending this resource
- Accuracy of information: well-researched, appropriately cited, and well written / organized
- Authority: author is identifiable and has related qualifications and/or credentials / affiliated with a reputable institution
- Objectivity: minimal to no biases or affiliations with a company selling products of promoting a questionable agenda.
- Currency: information that is recent or has been recently endorsed
- Canadian resource