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[SMCPS School Psych @Psych_SMCPS]

The folks @2ndStepProgram sponsored a series of 8 short videos on Winter Well-Being for parents & caregivers. The series has ended, but it's not too late to get some great ideas for enriching our mental wellness. https://t.co/jZuCq0HB8S

[SMCPS School Psych @Psych_SMCPS]

School staff are in a unique position to notice mental health problems that children may have and to help families understand these issues. @ChildrensMHM offers resources for educators so they can support students & families. Check them out here: https://t.co/cZS9ihNNyM

[SMCPS School Psych @Psych_SMCPS]

The teenage & young adult years are a critical period of mental, emotional & social development that can be stressful. Behavioral health problems are common & can make things like work, school & socializing more difficult. Here's help: @ChildrensMHM : https://t.co/M0eeJRM2pr

[SMCPS School Psych @Psych_SMCPS]

"...Actions to protect the mental health (MH) of children: take care of our MH, have open, honest conversations, check-in on their MH, stick to routines, limit news intake, facilitate safe socially-distant/virtual times to connect, & get physical exercise..." Ask for help!

[American Foundation for Suicide Prevention @afspnational]

Our Chief Medical Officer, @cmoutierMD released this statement about actions we can take to support the mental health of children:
https://t.co/CZqbtXxDzk

[SMCPS School Psych @Psych_SMCPS]

@ChildrensMHM has wonderful resources for families. A child’s mental health is just as important as their physical health - get information & find resources here: https://t.co/AqA46BIB1l

[SMCPS School Psych @Psych_SMCPS]

Take a look at these ideas to help with common parenting struggles that might feel more challenging these days. Coronavirus Parenting: Managing Anger and Frustration | Child Mind Institute https://t.co/jDdZzTv4WT

[SMCPS School Psych @Psych_SMCPS]

Support for Kids With ADHD During the Pandemic | Child Mind Institute https://t.co/x2BYDFrNTj

[SMCPS School Psych @Psych_SMCPS]

@MCFamilies has family peer support for families with infants & children under 5 to help them access resources & get support. All MCF services are confidential & provided free to families. For more info in SoMD, call Angie McRae 443-546-0617 or email [email protected]

[SMCPS School Psych @Psych_SMCPS]

Here's another good resource for parents about helping children cope.
What To Say To Kids When The News Is Scary https://t.co/2Aun6yXXLm

[SMCPS School Psych @Psych_SMCPS]

Resources that can be used to support students today.

[National Association of School Psychologists @nasponline]

We developed election resources to assist adults helping youth navigate feelings of uncertainty and strong emotions, understand hate-based violence, and cope with cope with threatening actions or speech. (3/3)

Parents: https://t.co/8GlUWy4bo3
Educators: https://t.co/hHqZ5Prs6q

[SMCPS School Psych @Psych_SMCPS]

Getting outside is good for physical & mental health, but it's getting colder ❄️🌬️. Maybe we can try this saying from northern countries as a winter motto: "There's no bad weather, only bad clothes."

[Headspace @Headspace]

Sometimes a walk in nature is all we need. #bluesky

[SMCPS School Psych @Psych_SMCPS]

Self-Care for the Holidays.12/9 @ 12 PM & 12/16 @ 6 PM As we approach a holiday season unlike any other, it's important to take time to care for yourself. Join MHAMD’s Amanda Krisher, LCSW-C, for an online event offering stress education & self-care tips. https://t.co/OIwuD8P9dN

[American Foundation for Suicide Prevention @afspnational]

Please join us TODAY for our next Ask Dr. Jill: Living With Loss at 4 pm ET in partnership with @TheMightySite!

Tune in to Mental Health on The Mighty: https://t.co/CDzrnna4GW

[SMCPS School Psych @Psych_SMCPS]

@nationwidekids is sponsoring a 5-day Kindness Challenge. I'm giving it a try - what about you? Today's task is to brighten someone's day. Being kind is a win-win: it's good for the recipient and great for the mental health of the "do-er" as well.
https://t.co/z0ZyyvuCjl

[SMCPS School Psych @Psych_SMCPS]

It's National School Psychology Week w/a focus on "The Power of Possibility." When we focus on what's possible, we have hope that students will grow, thrive & bloom. SMCPS' SP team works to empower children to grow in social skills, problem-solving, goal setting, & study skills

[SMCPS School Psych @Psych_SMCPS]

Adequate sleep is critical for physical & mental health. Check out this guide from @nationwidekids to get info & recs on making that happen for your child (or yourself). https://t.co/Hh95ginqz6

[SMCPS School Psych @Psych_SMCPS]

@cdrosey1 This was so powerful.

[SMCPS School Psych @Psych_SMCPS]

Check out the Imagine Neighborhood podcast from @2ndStepProgram This season talks about handling changes & unknowns, diversity & equity, grief & loss, and as always, building the social-emotional skills for solving problems & handling big feelings. https://t.co/WuaUjl4MCW

[SMCPS School Psych @Psych_SMCPS]

"In this moment, are you basically OK? Are you breathing? Is your heart beating? Is your mind working?" One way to calm an anxious mind: Notice when you’re doing OK https://t.co/UPo02g4RbZ via @TEDTalks

[SMCPS School Psych @Psych_SMCPS]

What a great suggestion!

[Ken Patterson - The Kairos Mind | Future. Framed. @Ken_Patterson]

Teachers, as parent/teacher conference season is upon us, one powerful question to ask a parent is: "What is your greatest hope for your child, and how can I help?" Just that one question alone has the power to reshape your entire year with that family. #CRT