Tips for Supporting Students at Home

Tips for Supporting Students at Home

Parents and guardians can utilize some key strategies at home to monitor their student’s mental health and development:

• Encourage open communication.
• Spend quality time together. 
• Develop a consistent routine for bedtime, screens, meals, and outside play.
• Show positive reinforcement of desired behaviors.
• Watch for changes in mood, behavior, or academic performance. 
• Model positive self-talk and stress management. 

Additional Resources

• Helping at Home: Tips for Parents
• Mental Health and Your Child or Teen: What to Watch for and How to Help
• How Parents Can Support a Child’s Mental Health
• What Every Child Needs For Good Mental Health