The Inbox

This activity encourages young people to ask any questions they may have about the film and mental ill-health.

What you need: Worksheets and optional ‘see me’ box

Preparation:

Read the fact sheets to have informed answers at the ready

What to do:

• Play the film at the start of the class.
• Hand out the worksheets to the pupils and play the film again, this time asking the pupils to write down any questions they have either about the film or about mental health in general. 
• At the end of the film collect the worksheets and pick a few to discuss, or ask a few pupils to read out their questions and discuss.

Sample Questions:

‘Why does Kirsty lie about being at a party?’
‘What kind of mental ill-health is Kirsty experiencing?’
‘How can you tell if someone is experiencing mental ill-health?’
‘Why is Kirsty hurting herself?’

Further suggestions:

• Let pupils put their questions in the ‘see me’ box at the end of the class. This way teachers can read the questions and give themselves time to prepare responses.

Learning Outcome:

Pupils develop their ability to express and manage their emotions and reactions.

'HWB 0-01a / HWB 1-01a / HWB 2-01a / HWB 3-01a / HWB 4-01a
I am aware of and able to express my feelings and am developing the ability to talk about them.'