Let's see today as an opportunity to support more children's mental health. Agree? Let's go!
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We all love to see cheerful happy laughing children, playing with no
fears of problems.This is their right to live, happily without
receiving any threats.
Did you know?
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50% of lifetime mental health conditions begin by age 14.
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75% begin by age 24.
This means early awareness and support are critical. Without it, many adults spend years trying to heal from painful childhood experiences, often feeling deprived of the calm and peaceful life they deserve.
Signs a Child May Be Struggling
years. Additionally, by COVID19 and the pandemic many
folks, girls and boys had to stay home. Consequently, it
caused more mental illnesses. 1 in 6 of children
and young people have mental problems. These diagnosed
mental health issues, and more undiagnosed
mental illnesses struggle with different challenges.
Remember, sometimes silent children have unillustrated
thoughts, so you can not be quite sure that
quiet children have no emotional issues! Children are aware of
how they're perceived by others
and it would affect on their beliefs about themselves.
It is important for parents to know indicating sources of
mental issues. For example, a stressful situation for
children or adolescents is more likely to be expressed by
negative things about themselves as “No one likes
me”.
Other mental issues symptoms among children can be showed as:
- Negative behaviors such as anger or sadness.
- Don't enjoy the company of their own age.
- Feeling socially isolated.
- Poor school performance.
How to Support Children's Mental Health?
As parents, teachers, and caregivers, you play a powerful role in shaping a child’s future. Here are some simple yet meaningful ways to help:
1. Create a Safe Space for Conversation
Encourage children to talk openly about their feelings. Listen with patience, warmth, and eye contact. Smile, nod, and show genuine interest. Let them know their feelings are valid and important.
2. Model and Teach Core Values
Help children practice virtues such as honesty, self-control, courage, compassion, and fairness. These values foster resilience and healthy coping strategies.
3. Stay Connected with Their World
Build relationships with your child’s friends, their parents, and school staff. This support network can help you better understand what your child may be experiencing.
Network with your children's friends and their parents, or school staff can come to know more about your children.
4. Encourage Healthy Outlets
Support your child in exploring hobbies, creative activities, sports, or relaxation practices that bring joy and reduce stress.
5. Know When to Seek Professional Help
Children, like adults, can experience depression, anxiety, or burnout. Reaching out to a licensed mental health professional early can make all the difference in prevention and recovery.
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skills about children's mental health would be more present at the right
time to prevent bigger issues. keep in mind that children can
get depression. Seek for professional help as psychologists to cure
burnout children. Children’s mental health is the foundation of a brighter, healthier future. By listening, supporting, and guiding them with compassion, you not only help them gro, also you create a more caring, connected world for all.
If you’re concerned about your child’s mental health, don’t wait. Reach out to a qualified professional. Support today can prevent bigger challenges tomorrow.
Keep positive, keep strong.
By: Monica HossLicensed Psychotherapist MSc Psychology Website: https://www.calm-therapy.net/calmtherapy14@gmail.com
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