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Social Wellness is the capacity to formulate and sustain meaningful relationships with others. Demonstrating empathy, speaking up for oneself, and building positive support systems is a key component in maintaining our emotional health.
Connecting With Others
Connecting With Others
When we have meaningful social connections, we tend to make healthier lifestyle choices. This can help us to feel happier, use our brains more, and ultimately live longer lives.
Positive social skills in children have been linked to indicators of success as an adult such as college-readiness and more employment opportunities.
School social workers can help develop social wellness at school by implementing SEL programs and facilitating social skill groups.
Parent Influence
Parent Influence
Parents and caregivers can have a huge influence in nurturing positive social wellness with their kids. Having a positive social network at home helps kids to build trusting relationships, develop problem-solving abilities, and improve their communication skills.
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