09/02/2022
CHILDREN'S MENTAL HEALTH WEEK: FIND THEIR 'CALM PLAN'
This year’s Children’s Mental Health Week is taking place on 7-13 February 2022 and is hosted by Place2Be
The theme for this year is 'Growing Together!'
Just like adults, children and young people feel worried and anxious at times.
Children can feel anxious about different things at different ages. Many of these worries are a normal part of growing up.
Anxiety becomes a problem for children when it starts to get in the way of their everyday life.
If a child is experiencing anxiety, there are things that parents and carers can do to help.
First and foremost, it's important to talk to your child about their anxiety or worries.
Reassure them and show them you understand how they feel.
If your child is old enough, it may help to explain what anxiety is and the physical effects it has on our bodies.
It may be helpful to describe anxiety as being like a wave that builds up and then ebbs away again.
As well as talking to your child about their worries and anxiety, it's important to help them find solutions.
Place2Be resources - https://lnkd.in/dqz_hHk
Useful resource - TED Talks video: How to raise kids who can overcome anxiety
https://lnkd.in/egnhHDzJ
Psychologist Anne Marie Albano explains how constantly rushing to fix a child's problems can perpetuate a lifelong cycle of dependence and resentment.
She shares why a healthy dose of risk helps kids cultivate lasting confidence.
