Mental Health in Summer: Supporting Kids & Families

Topics: mental health awareness, mental health, Kids in Summer, Anxiety, parenting, Children's Mental Health Awarness, Emotional Wellness, mental health awareness month, Mental Health for Youth

Struggling to keep emotional meltdowns or screen-time battles in check this summer?You’re not alone. Summer offers a much-needed break for kids, but without school, many lose structure, social interaction, and healthy routines. Without support, this can lead to anxiety, boredom, and screen time that doesn’t support long-term development.

Topics: Kids in Summer, Children's Mental Health Awarness, Emotional Wellness, Parenting Tips

Summer has a way of bringing warmth and sunshine into our lives. Still, it can also make things a bit more complicated for teenagers who are experiencing a lot of hormonal changes while on the rollercoaster of puberty. As temperatures rise, you might feel more concerned about your skin breaking out, staying fresh while the sweat glands are going into overdrive, and experiencing a wide array of new sensations and emotions for the first time that can affect your self-esteem and mental well-being. 

Topics: teens, Emotional Wellness, Personal Hygiene

In today’s fast-paced world, children and teens face various challenges that can impact their mental and emotional well-being. Recognizing a child’s distress signs is crucial for early intervention, which can prevent long-term psychological consequences. At Maryvale, we are dedicated to providing the support and care needed to navigate these challenges through our comprehensive community-based services, including individual, family, and therapeutic group services.

Topics: trauma informed care, mental health, parenting, Children's Mental Health Awarness, Emotional Wellness

Emotional wellness is a practice and a process that is worth taking time to explore, no matter your age. With more than 50 million Americans dealing with some sort of mental illness, it is vital to consider the practices people can incorporate into their daily lives to promote positivity, feelings of joy, connection, and strength. Culture can often focus on the many things going wrong in the world, and it takes a dedicated practice of cultivated care to prepare people of all ages and with all...

Topics: Emotional Wellness