Advice For Supporting Kids' Mental Health Post-Pandemic

Advice For Supporting, Kids' Mental Health, Post-Pandemic.

'Newsweek' reports that the COVID-19 pandemic caused a spike in mental health crises among children and adolescents.

According to the CDC Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance, 42% of students feel hopeless or persistently sad.

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One third of students said they experienced poor mental health.

In 2021, one in ten students attempted suicide, while another 22% said they seriously considered it.

'Newsweek' reports that parents should look for a number of alarming trends and symptoms that have emerged among young people following the pandemic.

'Newsweek' reports that parents should look for a number of alarming trends and symptoms that have emerged among young people following the pandemic.

Those symptoms include hearing voices, sleeplessness, reduced appetite, self-harm and aggressiveness.

According to 'Newsweek,' any of these symptoms may be a sign of more serious mental health conditions that require the help of a professional.

According to 'Newsweek,' any of these symptoms may be a sign of more serious mental health conditions that require the help of a professional.

Regular screenings can help identify mental health issues early and allow for proactive intervention.

It is crucial to stay calm, empathetic and take action if children show signs of mental distress or anxiety.

Mental health professionals can provide coping mechanisms and methods to manage anxiety