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Happy Place

Dr Alex George

May 10, 2021
Dr. Alex George, appointed by the Prime Minister as the Youth Mental Health Ambassador, discusses the importance of mental health education in schools. He emphasizes the impact of mental and physical health on each other, normalizing mental health conversations from a young age, and the need for a well-rounded education including financial literacy, exercise, nutrition, and sleep.
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  • Mental and physical health are interconnected and should be addressed together.
  • Taking control of different aspects of health, such as sexual health, physical health, sleep, stress management, relationships, and social media, can enhance overall well-being.

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The Connection Between Mental and Physical Health

Dr. Alex George emphasizes the importance of not separating mental and physical health. He uses the analogy of an injury preventing someone from playing football, which impacts both their physical and mental well-being. Physical health conditions can also lead to mental health problems, while mental health struggles can worsen physical health. The two are interconnected and should be addressed together.

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