Mental health and mental health conditions exist on a continuum. On one end are those who can be categorized as “Flourishing”, while on the other are those whose distress impact their daily activities (BeyondBlue). Table 2. Mental Health Continuum Classification Description Flourishing This refers to an optimal level of functioning in which an adolescent feels good, functions well, relates well with others, and approaches their learning with purpose, curiosity, and optimism. Going OK Adolescents who have good mental health and an absence of frequent or significant feelings of distress. Struggling Adolescents who may have come to the attention of educators due to more noticeable but generally time-limited periods of distress that have had a mild impact on their behavior, learning, and relationships. Severe impact on everyday activities Adolescents who have thoughts, feelings and behaviors that are distressing and have a severe impact on everyday activities. Training Module on the Right to Mental Health in the Academe MODULE 3 Mental Health Continuum Adapted from beyondblue.org.au The Mental Health Continuum serves as a tool for educators. It is designed to assist educators in knowing when to seek support for an adolescent who might be experiencing issues with mental health. Part of an educator’s role is to recognize changes in behavior that may warrant further investigation and to refer them accordingly. 12