Tin Tức

1. Questions

Part 1: Mental Health (10 Questions)

1. Do you think mental health is important?

2. What do you usually do when you feel stressed?

3. Do people talk openly about mental health in your country?

4. What activities help people relax?

5. Do students experience a lot of pressure nowadays?

6. How can people maintain a healthy lifestyle?

7. Do you think social media affects mental health?

8. Is work-life balance important?

9. Do you prefer spending time alone or with others when stressed?

10. Have attitudes toward mental health changed in recent years?

Part 2: Cue Card
Describe a time when you felt stressed or mentally exhausted.

You should say:

• when it happened

• what caused the stress

• how you dealt with it

• and explain what you learned from the experience.

Part 3: Mental Health Discussion (10 Questions)

1. Why is mental health becoming a bigger issue nowadays?

2. What causes stress in modern society?

3. How does technology affect mental health?

4. Should schools teach students about mental health?

5. Why do many young people feel pressure today?

6. How can workplaces support employees’ mental health?

7. Is social media harmful to emotional well-being?

8. What activities help improve mental health?

9. How can families support mental health?

10. Do you think mental health awareness will improve in the future?

 

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2. Questions & Answers

Question 1: Do you think mental health is important?

Yes, I think mental health is extremely important because it affects emotions, relationships, productivity, and overall quality of life. People with good mental health are usually better able to manage stress, communicate effectively, and maintain healthy lifestyles. In addition, emotional well-being is closely connected to physical health. I believe mental health should receive as much attention as physical health.

Quality of life (n.phr): chất lượng cuộc sống
e.g: Sleep affects quality of life.

Emotional well-being (n.phr): sức khỏe tinh thần
e.g: Exercise improves emotional well-being.

Physical health (n.phr): sức khỏe thể chất
e.g: Diet affects physical health.

Manage stress (v.phr): kiểm soát căng thẳng
e.g: Meditation helps manage stress.

 

Question 2: What do you usually do when you feel stressed?

When I feel stressed, I usually try to rest, listen to music, exercise lightly, or spend time alone to calm my thoughts. Sometimes I also talk to close friends or family members because emotional support can be very helpful. In addition, taking short breaks from work or studying often improves my concentration and emotional balance. I think healthy coping strategies are extremely important.

Emotional support (n.phr): hỗ trợ tinh thần
e.g: Friends provide emotional support.

Healthy coping strategy (n.phr): cách đối phó lành mạnh
e.g: Exercise is a healthy coping strategy.

Emotional balance (n.phr): cân bằng cảm xúc
e.g: Sleep improves emotional balance.

Take a break (v.phr): nghỉ ngơi
e.g: Students should take breaks.

 

Question 3: Do people talk openly about mental health in your country?

Compared to the past, people in Vietnam are becoming more open about discussing mental health, especially younger generations. Social media, education, and public campaigns have increased awareness significantly in recent years. However, some stigma still exists because mental health topics were traditionally considered sensitive or private. I think society is gradually becoming more understanding.

Public campaign (n.phr): chiến dịch công khai
e.g: Governments launch public campaigns.

Mental health stigma (n.phr): định kiến sức khỏe tinh thần
e.g: Society should reduce mental health stigma.

Sensitive topic (n.phr): chủ đề nhạy cảm
e.g: Mental health is a sensitive topic.

Raise awareness (v.phr): nâng cao nhận thức
e.g: Schools raise awareness.

 

Question 4: What activities help people relax?

Activities such as listening to music, exercising, reading, traveling, meditating, or spending time with loved ones can help people relax effectively. Outdoor activities and time in nature are also beneficial for reducing stress and improving emotional well-being. Different people relax in different ways depending on their personalities and lifestyles. I think regular relaxation is necessary for maintaining mental health.

Outdoor activity (n.phr): hoạt động ngoài trời
e.g: Hiking is an outdoor activity.

Emotional well-being (n.phr): sức khỏe tinh thần
e.g: Nature improves emotional well-being.

Meditation (n): thiền
e.g: Meditation reduces stress.

Maintain mental health (v.phr): duy trì sức khỏe tinh thần
e.g: Exercise helps maintain mental health.

 

Question 5: Do students experience a lot of pressure nowadays?

Yes, many students experience significant pressure because of academic competition, exams, social expectations, and future career concerns. In addition, social media sometimes increases comparison and emotional stress among young people. Balancing schoolwork, extracurricular activities, and personal life can also become difficult. I think student mental health should receive greater attention.

Academic competition (n.phr): cạnh tranh học tập
e.g: Students face academic competition.

Social expectation (n.phr): kỳ vọng xã hội
e.g: Teenagers experience social expectations.

Extracurricular activity (n.phr): hoạt động ngoại khóa
e.g: Schools offer extracurricular activities.

Career concern (n.phr): lo lắng nghề nghiệp
e.g: Graduates have career concerns.

 

Question 6: How can people maintain a healthy lifestyle?

People can maintain a healthy lifestyle by eating balanced meals, exercising regularly, sleeping enough, and managing stress effectively. In addition, maintaining social relationships and limiting unhealthy habits such as excessive screen time can improve both physical and mental health. Consistency is usually more important than extreme habits. I think healthy lifestyles require balance and self-discipline.

Balanced meal (n.phr): bữa ăn cân bằng
e.g: Athletes eat balanced meals.

Excessive screen time (n.phr): thời gian màn hình quá mức
e.g: Children should avoid excessive screen time.

Self-discipline (n): tính kỷ luật
e.g: Fitness requires self-discipline.

Healthy habit (n.phr): thói quen lành mạnh
e.g: Reading is a healthy habit.

 

Question 7: Do you think social media affects mental health?

Yes, social media can affect mental health both positively and negatively. It allows people to connect socially and access supportive communities, but it can also create comparison, anxiety, and digital addiction. Unrealistic beauty standards and constant exposure to idealized lifestyles may reduce self-esteem. I think people should use social media more consciously and responsibly.

Digital addiction (n.phr): nghiện kỹ thuật số
e.g: Teenagers face digital addiction.

Self-esteem (n): lòng tự trọng
e.g: Bullying affects self-esteem.

Beauty standard (n.phr): tiêu chuẩn sắc đẹp
e.g: Media affects beauty standards.

Supportive community (n.phr): cộng đồng hỗ trợ
e.g: Online groups create supportive communities.

 

Question 8: Is work-life balance important?

Yes, work-life balance is extremely important because excessive work pressure can damage both mental and physical health. People need enough time for rest, family, hobbies, and emotional recovery in order to remain productive long-term. Poor balance may lead to burnout and emotional exhaustion. I think balanced lifestyles improve overall happiness and stability.

Work pressure (n.phr): áp lực công việc
e.g: Employees experience work pressure.

Emotional recovery (n.phr): phục hồi tinh thần
e.g: Vacations support emotional recovery.

Burnout (n): kiệt sức
e.g: Long hours cause burnout.

Overall happiness (n.phr): hạnh phúc tổng thể
e.g: Family improves overall happiness.

 

Question 9: Do you prefer spending time alone or with others when stressed?

It depends on the situation, but I usually prefer spending some time alone first in order to calm down and organize my thoughts. After that, talking to close friends or family members can provide emotional support and helpful advice. I think both privacy and social connection are important during stressful periods. Different coping methods work for different people.

Organize thoughts (v.phr): sắp xếp suy nghĩ
e.g: Walking helps organize thoughts.

Stressful period (n.phr): giai đoạn căng thẳng
e.g: Exams create stressful periods.

Social connection (n.phr): kết nối xã hội
e.g: Friendships provide social connection.

Helpful advice (n.phr): lời khuyên hữu ích
e.g: Teachers give helpful advice.

 

Question 10: Have attitudes toward mental health changed in recent years?

Yes, attitudes toward mental health have changed significantly because awareness campaigns, education, and social media discussions have become more common. More people now recognize that mental health problems are real medical and emotional issues rather than personal weaknesses. However, stigma still exists in some communities and cultures. I think society is gradually becoming more supportive and understanding.

Awareness campaign (n.phr): chiến dịch nâng cao nhận thức
e.g: Governments organize awareness campaigns.

Personal weakness (n.phr): điểm yếu cá nhân
e.g: Anxiety is not a personal weakness.

Supportive environment (n.phr): môi trường hỗ trợ
e.g: Schools need supportive environments.

Mental health problem (n.phr): vấn đề sức khỏe tinh thần
e.g: Stress is a mental health problem.

 

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Part 2: Describe a time when you felt stressed or mentally exhausted.

One period when I felt extremely stressed and mentally exhausted was during an important academic period when I had to balance schoolwork, examinations, extracurricular responsibilities, and future planning at the same time. It happened when my schedule became very intense and I was constantly trying to meet high expectations in both studying and personal development. At that time, I was sleeping less, spending long hours studying, and worrying continuously about academic performance and future goals.

The main cause of the stress was the pressure of managing multiple responsibilities simultaneously. Besides regular classes and assignments, I also wanted to maintain strong academic results and improve my English skills for future educational and career opportunities. In addition, thinking constantly about university plans and long-term goals created emotional pressure because I wanted everything to go perfectly. Over time, the combination of physical fatigue and mental pressure gradually became overwhelming.

During that period, I noticed several negative effects on my mental health and daily routine. I became more emotionally sensitive, less motivated, and mentally tired even after resting. My concentration also decreased because I was constantly thinking about unfinished work and upcoming responsibilities. I think many students experience similar situations because modern academic environments can become extremely competitive and demanding.

To deal with the stress, I started making several changes to my lifestyle and daily routine. First, I tried to organize my schedule more realistically instead of overloading myself with too many tasks in a single day. I also began prioritizing sleep and taking short breaks between study sessions because continuous studying without rest reduced my productivity significantly. In addition, listening to music, exercising lightly, and talking to close friends helped me relax emotionally and reduce anxiety. Emotional support from people around me was especially valuable during that time.

Another important lesson I learned was the importance of work-life balance and self-care. Previously, I believed that constantly working harder was always the best solution, but I later realized that mental health directly affects concentration, productivity, and long-term performance. Ignoring emotional well-being can eventually reduce both motivation and efficiency. I think success becomes more sustainable when people maintain healthy routines and realistic expectations.

Overall, that stressful period taught me many important lessons about mental health, balance, and self-management. Although the experience was emotionally difficult, it helped me become more aware of the importance of rest, emotional support, and healthy coping strategies. I believe stressful experiences can become valuable learning opportunities if people learn how to manage pressure more effectively in the future.

Mental exhaustion (n.phr): kiệt sức tinh thần
e.g: Long work hours cause mental exhaustion.

Academic pressure (n.phr): áp lực học tập
e.g: Students experience academic pressure.

Emotional support (n.phr): hỗ trợ tinh thần
e.g: Friends provide emotional support.

Work-life balance (n.phr): cân bằng công việc-cuộc sống
e.g: Employees need work-life balance.

Self-care (n): chăm sóc bản thân
e.g: Exercise is a form of self-care.

Healthy coping strategy (n.phr): cách đối phó lành mạnh
e.g: Meditation is a healthy coping strategy.

Realistic expectation (n.phr): kỳ vọng thực tế
e.g: Parents should have realistic expectations.

Long-term performance (n.phr): hiệu suất dài hạn
e.g: Sleep improves long-term performance.

 

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Part 3: Discussion

Question: Why is mental health becoming a bigger issue nowadays?

Mental health is becoming a bigger issue because modern lifestyles are increasingly fast-paced, competitive, and stressful. Many people experience academic pressure, work-related stress, financial concerns, and social comparison through digital platforms. In addition, people today are more aware of psychological issues and more willing to discuss them openly than in the past. I think both social pressure and increased awareness contribute to this trend.

Fast-paced lifestyle (n.phr): lối sống nhanh
e.g: Cities create fast-paced lifestyles.

Social comparison (n.phr): sự so sánh xã hội
e.g: Social media increases social comparison.

Psychological issue (n.phr): vấn đề tâm lý
e.g: Students face psychological issues.

Increased awareness (n.phr): nhận thức gia tăng
e.g: Campaigns create increased awareness.

 

Question: What causes stress in modern society?

Stress in modern society is often caused by work pressure, academic competition, financial problems, and social expectations. Technology and social media can also increase stress because people constantly compare themselves to others online. In addition, busy schedules and lack of rest reduce emotional recovery significantly. I think modern society places extremely high expectations on individuals.

Academic competition (n.phr): cạnh tranh học tập
e.g: Students face academic competition.

Financial problem (n.phr): vấn đề tài chính
e.g: Inflation creates financial problems.

Social expectation (n.phr): kỳ vọng xã hội
e.g: Teenagers experience social expectations.

Emotional recovery (n.phr): phục hồi tinh thần
e.g: Vacations support emotional recovery.

 

Question: How does technology affect mental health?

Technology affects mental health in both positive and negative ways. On one hand, digital platforms provide communication, entertainment, and access to mental health resources. On the other hand, excessive screen time, social comparison, misinformation, and digital addiction may increase anxiety and emotional stress. I think balanced technology use is extremely important.

Mental health resource (n.phr): nguồn hỗ trợ sức khỏe tinh thần
e.g: Apps provide mental health resources.

Excessive screen time (n.phr): thời gian màn hình quá mức
e.g: Excessive screen time affects sleep.

Digital addiction (n.phr): nghiện kỹ thuật số
e.g: Teenagers face digital addiction.

Balanced use (n.phr): sử dụng cân bằng
e.g: Phones require balanced use.

 

Question: Should schools teach students about mental health?

Yes, definitely, because students often experience stress, anxiety, and emotional pressure during their academic lives. Schools should teach emotional management, stress reduction, communication skills, and healthy coping strategies. In addition, mental health education could reduce stigma and encourage students to seek help when necessary. I think schools play an essential role in supporting emotional well-being.

Emotional management (n.phr): quản lý cảm xúc
e.g: Schools teach emotional management.

Stress reduction (n.phr): giảm căng thẳng
e.g: Exercise supports stress reduction.

Healthy coping strategy (n.phr): cách đối phó lành mạnh
e.g: Meditation is a healthy coping strategy.

Reduce stigma (v.phr): giảm định kiến
e.g: Education reduces stigma.

 

Question: Why do many young people feel pressure today?

Many young people feel pressure because they face academic competition, career uncertainty, social expectations, and online comparison simultaneously. In addition, modern society often encourages people to achieve success quickly and maintain perfect public images online. Social media can increase emotional pressure significantly because young people compare themselves constantly with others. I think unrealistic expectations are one of the biggest causes of stress today.

Career uncertainty (n.phr): sự bất ổn nghề nghiệp
e.g: Graduates face career uncertainty.

Public image (n.phr): hình ảnh công chúng
e.g: Influencers maintain public images.

Online comparison (n.phr): sự so sánh trực tuyến
e.g: Social media creates online comparison.

Unrealistic expectation (n.phr): kỳ vọng không thực tế
e.g: Parents should avoid unrealistic expectations.

 

Question: How can workplaces support employees’ mental health?

Workplaces can support mental health by creating healthy working environments, reducing excessive pressure, and encouraging work-life balance. Employers should also provide emotional support systems, flexible schedules, and access to counseling services when necessary. In addition, respectful communication and positive workplace culture are extremely important. I think employee well-being directly affects productivity and long-term performance.

Working environment (n.phr): môi trường làm việc
e.g: Offices need healthy working environments.

Flexible schedule (n.phr): lịch làm việc linh hoạt
e.g: Companies offer flexible schedules.

Counseling service (n.phr): dịch vụ tư vấn
e.g: Universities provide counseling services.

Employee well-being (n.phr): sức khỏe nhân viên
e.g: Companies value employee well-being.

 

Question: Is social media harmful to emotional well-being?

Social media can be harmful if people use it excessively or compare themselves constantly with unrealistic online lifestyles. Exposure to negative news, cyberbullying, and unrealistic beauty standards may also reduce self-esteem and increase anxiety. However, social media can still provide emotional support and useful information when used responsibly. I think moderation and critical thinking are essential.

Cyberbullying (n): bắt nạt trên mạng
e.g: Teenagers experience cyberbullying.

Self-esteem (n): lòng tự trọng
e.g: Criticism affects self-esteem.

Unrealistic lifestyle (n.phr): lối sống không thực tế
e.g: Influencers show unrealistic lifestyles.

Moderation (n): sự điều độ
e.g: Social media requires moderation.

 

Question: What activities help improve mental health?

Activities such as exercise, meditation, hobbies, traveling, spending time with loved ones, and resting properly can improve mental health significantly. Physical activity especially helps reduce stress and improve emotional balance. In addition, maintaining social relationships and healthy routines supports long-term emotional stability. I think balance is extremely important for mental well-being.

Physical activity (n.phr): hoạt động thể chất
e.g: Physical activity reduces stress.

Emotional stability (n.phr): sự ổn định cảm xúc
e.g: Sleep improves emotional stability.

Healthy routine (n.phr): thói quen lành mạnh
e.g: Students need healthy routines.

Mental well-being (n.phr): sức khỏe tinh thần
e.g: Nature improves mental well-being.

 

Question: How can families support mental health?

Families can support mental health by creating safe, understanding, and emotionally supportive environments. Open communication, encouragement, and emotional connection help individuals feel less isolated during difficult periods. In addition, parents should avoid excessive pressure and listen carefully to emotional concerns. I think strong family relationships are extremely valuable for emotional well-being.

Emotionally supportive (adj.phr): hỗ trợ tinh thần
e.g: Parents should be emotionally supportive.

Open communication (n.phr): giao tiếp cởi mở
e.g: Families need open communication.

Emotional concern (n.phr): vấn đề cảm xúc
e.g: Teenagers have emotional concerns.

Feel isolated (v.phr): cảm thấy cô lập
e.g: Stress makes people feel isolated.

 

Question: Do you think mental health awareness will improve in the future?

Yes, I think mental health awareness will continue improving because education, technology, and public discussion are making psychological issues more visible and understandable. Younger generations are generally more open about discussing emotions and seeking professional support when necessary. However, reducing stigma completely may still require time and social change. I believe future societies will treat mental health more seriously and compassionately.

Professional support (n.phr): hỗ trợ chuyên môn
e.g: Students seek professional support.

Public discussion (n.phr): thảo luận công khai
e.g: Media encourages public discussion.

Social change (n.phr): thay đổi xã hội
e.g: Technology creates social change.

Compassionately (adv): một cách đầy cảm thông
e.g: Doctors should treat patients compassionately.

 

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