Mental health is an important part of everyone’s well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and interact with others, and shapes our everyday experiences. For young people, learning how to take care of their mental health might be challenging, but starting early with support can make the process easier.
The Good Mental Health for Kids and Teens handout helps clients understand what mental health is and why it matters. It introduces strategies like recognizing emotions, finding ways to cope with stress, and building their self-esteem. Clients will also find a 5-minute mental health checklist with self-care questions they can ask themselves.
By using this guide, kids and teens can focus on what helps them feel supported and balanced. They can build habits like journaling, practicing mindfulness, or doing activities that make them feel good, which supports their mental health long-term.
Caring adults can help by having regular mental health discussions, offering support, and encouraging healthy habits. To make these practices a regular part of life, they can check in throughout the week about how their child is feeling or set aside time for fun and fulfilling activities.
This handout is included in our 11-page Mental Health Coping Skills Bundle.
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