{"product_id":"boredom-is-a-signal-handout","title":"Boredom is a Signal Handout","description":"\u003cp\u003eBoredom is a unique emotion that children experience more intensely than adults. Although it can feel uncomfortable, boredom is not a bad thing and can create opportunities for creativity. Research shows that learning how to handle boredom helps children maintain mental health as they grow older.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBoredom is a Signal Handout\u003c\/strong\u003e explores what boredom feels like and why it can actually be good. It also introduces five ways to respond to boredom. The bottom of the handout reminds clients to create a list of fun activities in advance so they have ideas ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing this handout can empower families to view boredom as a helpful signal rather than a problem. To get started, read the handout together and brainstorm ideas for each of the five coping strategies. For example, under “Make something,” your child might fold origami or work with clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the strategies age-appropriate and aligned with your child’s interests and abilities. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis handout pairs well with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mentalhealthcenterkids.com\/products\/101-things-to-do-when-youre-bored\"\u003e101 Things To Do When You’re Bored\u003c\/a\u003e or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mentalhealthcenterkids.com\/products\/my-boredom-buster-list\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMy Boredom-Buster List worksheet\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReferences:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUehara, I., \u0026amp; Ikegaya, Y. (2024). The meaning of boredom: Properly managing childhood boredom could lead to more fulfilling lives. EMBO Reports, 25(6), 2515. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1038\/s44319-024-00155-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMayo Clinic Health System Staff. (2022, September 14). Boost your brain with boredom. Mayo Clinic Health System. https:\/\/www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org\/hometown-health\/speaking-of-health\/boost-your-brain-with-boredom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Mental Health Center Kids","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48696193319144,"sku":null,"price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/6700\/3112\/files\/Website_Boredom_Is_A_Signal.png?v=1782887538","url":"https:\/\/mentalhealthcenterkids.com\/products\/boredom-is-a-signal-handout","provider":"Mental Health Center Kids","version":"1.0","type":"link"}