How to Prepare for School with Mental Health in Mind
For today’s youth, mental health holds a significance in their day-to-day lives. As we head back-to-school this September, many students may struggle with changes in their daily routine or encounter new challenges in school. Parents and caregivers should keep an eye out for persistent behavioral changes, excessive stress, or withdrawal as indicators that your student is facing a mental health-related challenge. Looking at the numbers, an estimated one in six children have a mental, behavioral, or developmental disorder today. As outlined by the CDC, mental health disorders are described as “serious changes to the way children typically learn, behave, or handle their emotions, causing distress and problems throughout the day.” ADHD, anxiety, behavioral problems, and depression are the most [...]