Why is connecting to others important?
In this lesson, we will learn about the link between connection and your mental wellbeing. You will be able to understand the importance of quality friendships.
Why is connecting to others important?
In this lesson, we will learn about the link between connection and your mental wellbeing. You will be able to understand the importance of quality friendships.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Link between 'connection' and wellbeing
- Different types of 'connection' (carers, pets, online, friends)
- Quality of friendships is more important that quantity
Content guidance
- Contains subject matter which individuals may find upsetting.
Supervision
Adult supervision suggested.
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This content is made available by Oak National Academy Limited and its partners and licensed under Oak’s terms & conditions (Collection 1), except where otherwise stated.
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5 Questions
Q1.
Connecting to others is one of the 6 ways to build a positive mental well-being
False
Q2.
People will like it if you say "Thank you"
False
Q3.
Being physically active will improve your mental well-being
False
Q4.
Having less than 5 hours sleep per night is good for your mental well-being
True
Q5.
An example of learning a new skill is to start a new hobby?
False
5 Questions
Q1.
How does connecting with others impact our well-being? (Tick as many or few answers you think are right)
It means you can spend time alone
Q2.
Having a family dinner is a good way to connect with others
False
Q3.
Watching TV alone is a good way to connect with others
True
Q4.
What is more important?
Having lots of friends (quantity)
Q5.
Which of these are good qualities in a friend?
Someone who forces you to do something you are uncomfortable with.