Children have unique ways of expressing themselves, whether it is in the cozy confines of their homes, the structured environment of the school, or the changing dynamics of social life.
Having a stable, peaceful family life is crucial to children’s mental health. While almost every parent intends to interact with their children in a way that is supportive, kind, and gentle, it is not always easy.
Parenting is one of the hardest jobs in the world. No doubt the amount of stress accumulated in such a job reaches monumental levels. Moreover, it is a job unique to everyone – no one else will parent the same way as you because each family has its own distinctive needs and culture.
While most of us would agree that opening up communication within our homes can be a crucial way to nurture stronger and healthier relationships, many fail to recognize that it can significantly improve the mental health and emotional well-being of family members, too.
Did you know that it was estimated in 2021 that more than one in five U.S. adults live with a mental illness?1 More alarmingly, over one in five youth, ages 13-18, are either currently or will potentially suffer from a mental disorder in the future.
There are still many harmful attitudes and misunderstandings around mental illness, which may make people ignore their mental health, fuel stigma, and make it harder to reach out for help. The U.S.
Most of us don’t get enough sleep. During the mornings, we struggle to get up from our beds. Later in the day, we have periods of drowsiness. At night, we can’t wait to crawl between the comforters. When we don’t get enough sleep, our productivity often suffers.