Your Teens Matters. Happy World Teen Mental Wellness Day
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Posted By: Lailah Berry on March 02, 2021 Today is World Teen Mental Wellness Day, a day that aims to "raise greater awareness of mental health issues among teens, as well as provide education about removing stigmas surrounding preventative mental health." Created by Hollister in partnership with National Day Calendar in 2020, it was the first of its kind dedicated to mental wellness among the teen demographic, specifically. The National Alliance on Mental Illness says if you suspect something is wrong, here is how you can help: Share Your Concerns - Share your observations with your teen. Focus on being nonjudgmental, compassionate and understanding. Use “I” instead of “you” comments to get the conversation started, such as "I've noticed that you haven't been acting like yourself lately. Is everything okay?" Reach Out To Someone You Trust - If your is in need, you don’t need to go at it alone. Involve others who can provide added support. Try to find someone who might be understanding of their situation or be able to help. Your teen may feel cornered if you start involving others, so make sure to talk with them first. However, if it’s an emergency, you should call 911 or see your family counselor. Offer Support - Keep in mind that your teen might not be ready to talk about what they’re going through or simply may not want your help right now. You cannot force someone to get help, so just do your best to be there with them through their journey and be ready if and when they do finally reach out. If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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Lailah Berry
Marketing Director, HBCU Connect Kent State University class of 2020 Member Since June 2020 |
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