On Wednesday 22nd October, Michael McGinn from Mental Health Ireland came
to our school and talked to us about the importance of our mental health.
He told us that our mental health is how we feel inside and it depends
greatly on our outlook on life;” is the glass half full or half empty??.”
He gave us tips on how to look after our mental health like a healthy diet,
regular exercise, going out with friends and family and sleeping well.
Things that damage our mental health are alcohol, smoking, drugs and
stress. Common mental health problems are depression bipolar disorder,
anxiety and schizophrenia. He also told us that we should keep contact with
our parents and friends to help maintain a positive mental health.
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