Question 1

Children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties:&#10;A) have only themselves to blame&#10;B) should try harder to fit in&#10;C) frequently feel left out or bullied at school&#10;D) none of the above

Accepted Answer

Children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties often feel left out or bullied at school, and it is not their fault. Blaming them or expecting them to try harder to fit in is not productive or supportive.

Question 2

Depression is&#10;A) one of the commonest mental health disorders among young people&#10;B) indicated by feelings of sadness&#10;C) characterized by withdrawal from social activity&#10;D) all of the above

Accepted Answer

Depression is one of the commonest mental health disorders among young people, and is indicated by feelings of sadness and withdrawal from social activity. All of these options are correct.

Question 3

Successful treatment for fears and phobias includes:&#10;A) desensitization&#10;B) use of emotive imagery&#10;C) either of the above&#10;D) neither of the above

Accepted Answer

Both desensitization and use of emotive imagery are proven techniques used in successful treatment for fears and phobias. Desensitization involves gradually exposing the individual to the feared stimulus while in a relaxed state until the fear response diminishes. Use of emotive imagery involves the individual imagining themselves in the presence of the feared stimulus while incorporating relaxation techniques to decrease fear response. Combining these techniques may also be effective.

Question 4

Children and young people who display disruptive behaviours at school:&#10;A) respond best to strict sanctions&#10;B) need to have a diagnosis of the underlying reasons for the behaviour&#10;C) should be excluded from school for the sake of the other pupils&#10;D) are inherently aggressive so their behaviour cannot be changed

Accepted Answer

Disruptive behaviours at school can have many underlying reasons such as ADHD or anxiety. Therefore, it is important to have a proper diagnosis to provide appropriate support and intervention. Strict sanctions or exclusion from school may not address the root cause of the behaviour and could potentially worsen the situation. It is also important to consider the rights of the child to education and socialization with their peers. While it may be necessary in some extreme cases, exclusion should not be the first course of action. Finally, it is not accurate to say that these children are inherently aggressive and that their behaviour cannot be changed. With proper support and intervention, many children can learn to manage their behaviour and thrive in the school environment.

Question 5

Risk factors for emotional and behavioural difficulties include:&#10;A) family discord&#10;B) death of a parent or close family member&#10;C) parental separation or divorce&#10;D) all of the above

Accepted Answer

All of the above factors can contribute to emotional and behavioural difficulties in children and adolescents. Family discord, death of a parent or close family member, and parental separation or divorce can cause stress and instability in a child's life, which can lead to mental health issues. Research has also shown that children living in poverty, experiencing neglect or abuse, or facing academic challenges are also at greater risk for emotional and behavioural difficulties.

Question 6

The role of schools in addressing children's emotional health and well-being is&#10;A) influential in terms of school climate&#10;B) non-existent as this should be left to mental health specialists&#10;C) irrelevant as this is a family matter&#10;D) irrelevant as schools should concentrate on education

Accepted Answer

Schools play a significant role in shaping the emotional health and well-being of children by providing a positive school climate that fosters relationships, socialization, and emotional support. Research has found a positive association between school connectedness, well-being, and academic success. Therefore, schools must promote an environment that supports positive mental health outcomes.

Deck 9: Emotional Health and Well-Being