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Podcast On Action Verbs

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  This podcast has been designed for Senior Primary Learners ( Grade 4-7 )but it can be used by anyone interested to learn more about action verbs! - Discover the power of action verbs: Learn how these dynamic words propel your language and speech. - Enhance your language skills : Tips and techniques to make your sentences more vivid and impactful - Real-life examples : See action verbs in action through engaging examples and practical applications. -  Boost your writing : Strategies to choose the perfect action verb for any context. - Fun and insightful : Enjoy lively discussions and expert insights that make mastering action verbs enjoyable. Lesson by Ms Sharonese Morkel Click and hold on the link to listen to the podcast on action verbs :  https://youtu.be/guI98Gs3gac
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Video on action Verbs!

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Action verbs are words that describe actions or things that people, animals, or objects do. They express physical or mental actions. Here are some common examples: 1. Run 2. Jump 3. Write 4. Sing 5. Throw 6. Build 7. Swim 8. Dance 9. Think 10. Eat 11. Drive 12. Fly 13. Push 14. Pull 15. Laugh These verbs indicate that something is happening or being done. Click and hold on the following link to watch the video on action verbs! https://youtu.be/ypjdbYG5eEA https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YnhsBHlJQKofS90pSghRGQsGBnid6U_8/view?usp=drivesdk
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Financial stress and it's implications for student's mental health

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Financial stress is a major contributor to mental health issues among students, affecting their ability to focus and perform well academically. Academic institutions can address this by providing financial counseling, emergency grants,and scholarships to solve this problem. Offering workshops on financial literacy can help students manage  their finances more effectively. Additionally, institutions can create programs to connect students with resources for budgeting, debt management, and financial planning.  By reducing financial stressors, institutions  can help students maintain  better mental  health and improve their academic performance. 
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Early intervention and prevention strategies

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Early intervention and prevention are critical in managing mental health issues before they escalate. Academic institutions can implement screening programs to identify students at risk for mental health programs These programs might include regular mental health check -ups  and self assessment tools foe students. Prevention strategies could involve mental health education programs that teach  coping skills, resilience building activities, and awareness campaigns to normalize  mental health discussions. By intervening early,schools can provide  timely support and reduce the likelihood of more severe mental health issues developing.
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Technology's role in mental health

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Technology and social media have a complex relationship with mental health. One one hand they can can contribute to issues such as cyber bullying, social comparison,and digital addiction which can negativity mental health. On the other hand, technology also offers valuable tools for mental health support such as apps for meditation, online counseling services and peer support groups. Educational institutions should educate students on the responsible use of technology and leverage digital resources to provide mental health support. 
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Institutional policies should incorporate mental health

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 Academic institutions should have a responsibility to create environments that prioritize mental health.  This should include policies that reduce academic pressure, such as flexible deadlines,mental health days,and a reduction in unnecessary workload. Academic institutions should also invest in comprehensive mental health programs that includes counseling services. By making these changes schools and universities can  can better support their students and their staff, fostering a culture that values mental health  as much as  academic  achievement.
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Role of educators in supporting mental health

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Educators are on the front lines when it comes to supporting student mental health. They are often the first to notice changes in behavior  performance that may indicate a mental health problem. However, many educators lack the training to recognize and respond to these signs effectively. Providing teachers with mental health literacy and training can empower  them to  better support their students, creating a supportive classroom environment, where students feel safe discussing their struggles,can also make a significant  difference.
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