KAPPA KAPPA GAMMA - KEY Learning Objectives: These outcomes show what knowledge and skills participants should gain from the lesson. It is crucial you review the goals of the lesson with the members so they know what they will learn. Handout: It is time to distribute a handout/materials to participants. These can be found at the end of each lesson if it includes a handout. Make copies in advance! Write on flip chart: The main points are included in PowerPoint presentations. In the event you do not have access to a computer/projector, write examples and instructions on flip chart paper in the front of the room. Group discussion: It is time to prompt participants with questions or dialogue for group discussion. Interactive Activity: It is time …show more content…
Watch the video: Each lesson includes videos to help introduce the topic and engage viewers to take part in the lessons. It is important to make sure you test them in advance to make sure the video and audio work on your technology—either DVD player or computer and speakers. Kappa Kappa Gamma Mental Health Lesson This lesson is designed to give members an introduction to mental health, an overview of mental health vocabulary and terms, a discussion of coping skills and tips on how to help a sister who is experiencing a mental health challenge as well as a sister who is suicidal. The goals of this lesson are to make mental health an approachable topic, improve communication and trust in the chapter and equip members with skills they need to address their mental health. Facilitator To facilitate this lesson effectively it is helpful to 1. Connect to the audience early about why mental health is important to you and why it should be important to them. If you have a personal story, then share it. Let them know they should take this seriously. The more that you can make yourself vulnerable and relatable the more effective you will be as a facilitator. …show more content…
Materials Needed: • For each group: • Two flip chart piece of paper and markers • 24 mental health terms cut into individual cards • 2 copies of Talk to a Sister handout • For each person: • Three notecards • Changing Ineffective Coping handout • For the facilitator: • Projector and screen • “Understanding Mental Health” PowerPoint • “Understanding Mental Health” Video VIDEO Let’s watch a video of Kappa sisters talking about their experiences with mental health. INTRODUCTION • We’re going to do a lesson about mental health. This is a serious topic that affects all of us and can be really sensitive for members. Being honest, open and non-judgmental of each other during these exercises will help us learn more about mental health and each other. CHANGE PPT SLIDE • Twenty-five percent of college students experience a mental health disorder each year. CHANGE PPT SLIDE • Suicide is the second leading cause of death for college students. CHANGE PPT SLIDE • Outside of mental health disorders students are dealing with lack of sleep, stress, substance abuse, body image issues and other