"I have made my virtual visits with my therapist a priority. I think keeping your routine the same as much as you can is really important." - @ginger_zee | #WeThriveInside Visit childmind.org/wethriveinside to download comprehensive mental health resources for families during the COVID-19 crisis.“You have to think about the implementation of putting things into this different modality,” Szlyk says.
One simple way to support at-risk adolescents during and after the pandemic is to practice open and authentic expression in the home through casual communication. “Create spaces for dialog, even when the adolescent does not engage in the conversation.”reinforces this idea in its tips“Give them room to share their feelings and listen without judgment ,” it reads.
The institute also encourages parents to help adolescents set up healthy habits, such as a consistent sleep schedule and a
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My FridayThoughts are saddened by the horrific impact that COVID19, unemployment and the StayAtHome orders have had on mentalhealth 😥