MENTAL HEALTH

SUPPORT FOR TEACHERS

BENNY S. SOLIMAN, RGC, LPT, RPm, Ph.D.
CHED Regional Office III
Tarlac Agricultural University
Why do we need to talk
about mental health?
What comes to your mind
when you hear the word
mental health?
Mental health is a state in
which individuals:
realize their potentials;

can cope with the normal stresses of life;

can work productively and fruitfully; and

able to contribute to the community.

Source: World Health Organization

Mental health includes:
Mental Health Continuum
The Biopsychosocial Framework
Mental health in the time of pandemic...

“In any health crisis, it is common

for individuals to feel stressed and
worried”
Source: Inter-agency Standing Committee
 WARNING SIGNS!!!

SOCIAL WITHDRAWAL
WARNING SIGNS!!!

HOPELESSNESS
 WARNING SIGNS!!!

SLEEP DISTURBANCE
WARNING SIGNS!!!

UNABLE TO GET
PLEASURE
 WARNING SIGNS!!!

FEELING EXHAUSTED
BY LITTLE THINGS
WARNING SIGNS!!!

DIFFICULTY
CONCENTRATING
WARNING SIGNS!!!

APPETITE
DISTURBANCE
 Mental Health &
Wellness Practices
 Relaxation
Strategies
- quick way of neutralizing stress.
- increase level of endorphins, lower
blood pressure, lower fatigue, iMprove
concentration, and iMprove quality of
sleep.
- Calm Breathing Exercise
- Visualization
 Calm Breathing Exercise

1. Sit comfortably with 2. Take a slow breath in 3. Hold your breath for 4. Breathe out (exhale)
your back resting through your nose about 1 or 2 slowly through your
against the chair, feet for a count of 4 seconds. seconds. mouth for another count
flat on the floor, and of 4 seconds.
hands on your lap.
 Visualization

1. Find a quiet place and 2. Think of a calm and 3. Describe what it looks 4. Return here when you
close your eyes peaceful environment. like, sounds like, smells are feeling stressed and
like, and feels like. worried.
Other Relaxation
Strategies
- Listen to calm and relaxing music.
- Spend time with nature.
- Read books.
- Yoga and meditation.
- Massage.
- Aromatherapy.
- Art theraphy.
- Plant therapy.
 Activity
(Physical Strategies)

- increased level of endorphins.

- iMproved concentration
and alertness.
- reduced fatigue.
Physical Exercise
- 30 Minutes of physical exercise
can boost our Mood for 2 hours.
 Observe good
nutrition
- leafy vegetables, fruits, etc.
- avoid caffeine and alcohol.
Take enough
sleep
Have 7-8 hours of sleep.
 Cognitive
Strategies
- What we think affects
how we feel and act.
 ABC Analysis

Activating Event
Belief
Consequence
1. Identify Unhelpful
Thoughts
2. Challenge unhelpful
thoughts.
3. Replace unhelpful
thoughts.
Social Strategies
Developing
strong social support
can help iMprove
the eMotional state of
the individuals
(SchiMelpfening,
2019).
•1. Look for support
from people who
make you feel safe
and cared for.
 •2. Talk about
your concerns to
trusted friends.
•3. Try to keep up
social activities
even if you don’t
feel like it.
•4. Participate in
volunteer work.
Add-ons!!!
RACS-GO
Working at Home Tips
•1. Designate
a conducive
workspace.
•2. Establish
a routine.
 •3. Make
a To-do List
•4. Collaborate
•5. Self-care
Seek for professional help when
you experience persistent
emotional distress.
There is no health
without health!!!
 Thanks!!!
You can find me at
bssoliman@tau.edu.ph
FB Name: Benny Samson Soliman