Beating the Winter Blues

• Art and design
• Lower Secondary (Key Stage 3)

Beating the Winter Blues!

What do you think the term Winter Blues mean?

What should you do when feeling down?

1. Talk to someone you trust
2. Ignore your feelings
3. Keep everything to yourself
4. Stay up all night

How can you improve your mood in winter?

1. Staying in dark rooms
2. Drinking lots of fizzy drinks
3. Sleeping too much
4. Spending times with friends and family

What is a sign of good mental health?

1. Feeling sad constantly
2. Being tired all the time
3. Avoiding social interactions
4. Feeling happy most days

Which activity boosts positive mental health?

1. Skipping meals
2. Watching sad movies
3. Spending time with friends
4. Playing video games alone

What can help beat winter blues?

1. Regular exercise
2. Staying indoors all day
3. Eating junk food
4. Ignoring your feelings

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What type of feelings do you have about coming to school in the winter?

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What do you do when your feelings are bothering you?

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How are feelings effecting 'Jay'?

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Who can you talk to if your struggling with your feelings?

What could make us have
poor mental health?

What activities can we do
to beat the winter blues?

Find a picture of an winter activity you could try?