By Mekhala Joshi
October 13, 2022
According to CDC, “Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make healthy choices.”
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Several things can impact a person's mental health over time. When stressors outweigh a person's ability to cope, it may have a negative effect on their mental health.
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The same can happen with children. So check in with your child regularly to show them you care and listen to them intently when they share something with you.
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Following a routine helps the child maintain a healthy lifestyle, which successively benefits their mental health. Nutritious food, exercise, and plenty of sleep are beneficial.
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Encourage your child to take breaks from studying, assignments, and other activities now and then. Suitable recreational activities will work wonders.
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Help your child learn relaxation techniques, so they can handle their feelings better. Breathing exercises, a calming hobby like painting, some quiet time with self, or jogging are some excellent options.
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Parents can motivate their children to find solutions for trivial issues. It will give them the confidence to handle setbacks and pressures in life.
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Parents should exercise discretion when discussing important matters like money or health in front of children. It may give them undue stress.
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Guide your child towards realistic goals. Children benefit from having goals that are both challenging and within their grasp.
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