Newsletter . September 2023
september: Suicide Prevention Month
Suicide Prevention Month is observed annually in September, dedicated to raising awareness about suicide, promoting mental health, and providing resources to prevent suicide. This month-long observance plays a critical role in reducing the stigma surrounding suicide and mental health issues, and it encourages individuals and communities to come together to offer support and resources for those in need.
Back to School:
How to help
As students gear up for another schoolyear, it's essential to prioritize theirmental well-being along with theiracademic success. The transition back toschool can be both exciting and stressful,and thoughtful strategies can make asignificant impact on students' mentalhealth. Considerations for fostering amentally healthy and supportive schoolenvironment as we gear up for asuccessful school year.
Helpful Tips
Mindfulness and Relaxation: Introducemindfulness techniques, deep breathing,or simple relaxation exercises. Thesetools can help manage stress and anxiety.Discuss Challenges: Address potentialchallenges they might face andbrainstorm strategies to overcome them.Knowing they have a plan in place canalleviate anxiety.
Discuss Challenges: Address potential challenges they might face and brainstorm strategies to overcome them. Knowing they have a plan in place can alleviate anxiety.
Set Goals: Encourage your child to set realistic goals for the upcoming year. Whether it's improving in a specific subject, making new friends, or participating in extracurricular activities, having goals can provide a sense of purpose.
Celebrate Achievements: Reflect on their achievements from the previous year and celebrate their growth. This boosts their confidence and helps them approach the new year with a positive mindset
Back to School:
How to help
As students gear up for another schoolyear, it's essential to prioritize theirmental well-being along with theiracademic success. The transition back toschool can be both exciting and stressful,and thoughtful strategies can make asignificant impact on students' mentalhealth. Considerations for fostering amentally healthy and supportive schoolenvironment as we gear up for asuccessful school year.
Helpful Tips
Mindfulness and Relaxation: Introducemindfulness techniques, deep breathing,or simple relaxation exercises. Thesetools can help manage stress and anxiety.Discuss Challenges: Address potentialchallenges they might face andbrainstorm strategies to overcome them.Knowing they have a plan in place canalleviate anxiety.
Discuss Challenges: Address potential challenges they might face and brainstorm strategies to overcome them. Knowing they have a plan in place can alleviate anxiety.
Set Goals: Encourage your child to set realistic goals for the upcoming year. Whether it's improving in a specific subject, making new friends, or participating in extracurricular activities, having goals can provide a sense of purpose.
Celebrate Achievements: Reflect on their achievements from the previous year and celebrate their growth. This boosts their confidence and helps them approach the new year with a positive mindset
Suicide Prevention Resources
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
(US):Call 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255) forfree, confidential support available 24/7.
The lifeline offers crisis intervention,emotional support, and resources forindividuals in distress.
Crisis Text Line:
Text "HELLO" to 741741 toconnect with a trained crisis counselor viatext. Available 24/7, this service providessupport to those who are struggling and inneed of immediate assistance.