HOW TO SUPPORT YOUR CHILD’S MENTAL HEALTH
LOVE: Be there for your child and show care and love
EXERCISE: Encourage play, exercise and sport
BEHAVIOUR: Keep an eye out for any changes in behaviour
SUPPORT: Regularly support, encourage and praise your child
REST TIME: Help your child to manage stress by building in some rest time
BE PROUD: Tell your child that you are proud of them
PATIENCE: Be patient. Don’t pressure your child
EDUCATE: Educate yourself about mental health problems
COPING: Help your child to learn some simple coping skills such as relaxation
CONVERSATION: Encourage your child to engage in conversation
HELP: Don’t be afraid to seek help from professionals
FEELING: Get to know how your child is feeling
PROBLEM SOLVING: Help your child to effectively problem solve
LISTEN: Make sure you take time to listen to what your child has to say
SYMPTOMS: Be aware of signs and symptoms
ENVIRONMENT: Provide a positive environment for your child where they can thrive
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To enhance their children’s mental health, parents can ….
I. listen to their children talking about their daily experiences
II. encourage their children to know about others’ feelings
III. teach their children about mental health problems
IV. help their children to express their feelings