Table 1 Summary of the modules in the World Health Organization, Eastern Mediterranean Region (WHO-EMRO) School Mental Health Manual
Module | Description |
|---|---|
Module 1. Social-Emotional Childhood Development | • Developmental tasks of primary-school-age children (6–12 years) • Developmental tasks of secondary-school-age children (12–18 years) • Moral development • Brain development and implications for schooling |
Module 2. Mental Health Promoting Schools (Promotion and Prevention) | • Core values of a mental health promoting school • The role of parents in their children’s education • Behavioral management strategies for schools Discipline and management of disruptive behavior Counseling Circle time • Physical health promoting efforts that impact mental health Nutrition Vision/ hearing/ speech Physical exercise • Media and mental health Screen time Internet addiction Cyberbullying • Suicide prevention |
Module 3. Addressing Student Mental Health Problems in Your Classroom (and when to refer for additional help) | • Recognizing warning signs for different disorders: Depression Anxiety Pervasive developmental disorders Attention disorders Psychotic disorders Specific learning disorders Intellectual disability Conduct disorders Substance abuse • When to refer to a specialist for evaluation and treatment |