Welcome the students. Introduce the topic by explaining that mental health is just as important as physical health. Encourage students to listen and participate.

Define mental health in simple terms and connect it to overall well-being. Ask students why they think mental health is important.

Discuss common signs that might indicate someone, including themselves, could be facing mental health challenges. Use discussion prompts from the Mental Health Discussion Guide.

Introduce basic coping strategies. Encourage students to share any strategies they've used. Reference the Coping Mechanisms Handout for examples.

Explain how to seek help if someone is facing mental health issues. Emphasize the importance of reaching out for support and use local resources as examples.

Conclude the session by encouraging reflection. Ask students to think about one coping strategy they want to try, and provide time for questions.