Ways to Support Your Child's Mental Health This Summer

Ending the school year can feel exciting for your child at first. As the summer progresses, children might begin to feel overwhelmed or lonely. Here are a few tips to make sure you keep an eye on your child's emotional health this summer.

• Practice Pulse Checks: Check in with your child periodically to see; how they are feeling now that school is out, how they are feelings in general, and if there is any way you can support. 

• Plan Ahead: Create a summer routine with your child. Make sure they have spend time outside and are still getting their daily recommended hours of sleep.

• Pay Attention: Cue in on sudden mood changes. If you notice a drastic change in your child's  mood for better or for worse, take this as a sign to do a pulse check.

• Prepare: Keep the resources above handy, just in case your pulse check results in your child needing additional mental health supports.