Health and Wellness · SHS3 Physical Education…

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 3.1.1.LI.3 - Discuss how to cope with depression and prevention of suicide.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Define depression in their own words and distinguish it from ordinary sadness or temporary low mood.
Identify at least five warning signs of depression and three warning signs of suicidal thoughts.
Describe at least four healthy coping strategies for managing depression, including when and how to seek professional help.
Explain at least three practical steps to support a friend or family member who shows signs of depression or suicidal thoughts.
Evaluate a given scenario involving depression or suicidal ideation and propose a responsible action plan, justifying their choices.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Health Education (Strand 1)
Sub-strand: Health and Wellness (1.1)
Content standard: 3.1.1.CS.1 - Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of mental health in adolescence 3.1.1.LO.1 Explain the concept of mental health and identify the common forms.
Indicator: 3.1.1.LI.3 - Discuss how to cope with depression and prevention of suicide.
Suggested placement: Semester 1, Week 3 (Week 3 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: NaCCA curriculum document, p. 94

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Talk-for-Learning Approach: Discuss further, various aspects of replication together with how to cope with depression and prevention of suicide.
Digital Learning:
- Watch video tapes and simulations about how to cope with depression and prevention of suicide.
- Form mix-ability groups to discuss observations made in the videos.
Assessment (3.1.1.AS.3). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 3 Strategic reasoning.
Teaching and Learning Resources:
- Charts/pictures of professionals
- Coursebooks
- Videos
- ICT tools, e.g., Laptops, cell phones, projectors, etc.
- Sound system/speakers
- Any other relevant tool