When asked which factors should justify a mental health day for a student, over half (52%) of parents cited symptoms of a mental health disorder such as anxiety or stress. Another 24% mentioned family issues or personal problems, 15% thought grieving the loss of a loved one was justifiable...
Early diagnosis and intervention are key for children with ASD. These are just some mental health issues that might impact your child’s life. Consider getting professional help, taking child development courses online, or reading more about mental health to learn ways to help your child. ...
Report: Mental health care for kids lackingDavid Sherfinski
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has more on youthmental health. SOURCE: American Psychiatric Association, news release By Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, Oct. 29, 2024 (HealthDay News) Most kids with attention issues won't go on to develop serious psychiatric condi...
Healthy mental health coping skills can help kids better deal with stress and anxiety. These practical tools will help your child thrive all the way to adulthood.
Awareness of mental health issues is on the rise, and that awareness is beginning to extend to our kids in a way that is both meaningful and helpful. With further awareness, acceptance, and legislation, the majority of Americans can gain access to mental health days not only for themselves,...
When asked what is necessary to address these mental health issues in young people, here’s how the doctors responded: 56% said community-based support for kids and parents 53% said better school-based mental health care 50% said more federal funding for children with mental health challen...
influencing a child’s development and relationships long after childhood. Let’s be able to open serious conversations with children early on with mental health issues, giving them the tools and support that they need to deal with stress and anxiety, to build resilience and develop healthy ways...
High-quality epidemiological research shows children and adolescents with intellectual disability are four times more likely to have diagnosable mental health problems compared to others their age. This mental health inequality clearly needs attention.
Taking a closer look at 'mental health days' for kids It's no longer just the common cold, Covid or a stomach bug that parents have to worry about when it comes to school and sick kids. FOX 2 (WJBK) - If a child is physically sick - you keep them home from scho...