How to talk to your kids about mental health
Listen attentively and speak less so your child feels truly understood.
Talking to children about mental health begins with warmth and reassurance. Start by expressing love and creating a calm, safe space where they feel valued and heard.
Choose the right moment for serious conversations, avoiding times of stress or fatigue. Listen attentively and speak less so your child feels truly understood.
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Stay calm and patient, taking a breath before responding. Work together with your child, ask how they want you to help, and remind them that you’re always on their side.
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