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Introduction: Psychological suffering among adolescents and strategies for the promotion of mental health exists and is necessary. Aim: To characterize the emotional demands of school adolescents and describe knowledge about protective factors of mental health. Methods: Sociopoetic research with 30 adolescents. Results/Analysis topics: “Questions of interest about emotions and mental health”; “Dealing with stress and anxiety”; “Reflections on conflict resolution and problems faced”; and “Knowledge about protective factors of mental health”. Conclusions: Recreational and artistic activities are powerful for the promotion of adolescent mental health, and can be implemented through the school-health service partnership.
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