Support the Mental Health of the Kids in Your Life by Practicing Self-Care in Nature
Families and caregivers can help support the mental health of children by promoting positive behaviors and giving children tools to help get through difficult times. One tool that has been proven to be effective? Connecting children to nature.
Turn to Nature to Support Mental Health in Children
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, when Americans are urged to recognize the toll of mental illness, fight stigma and advocate for better support for the millions of people affected. One increasingly important area of focus: Children. Mental illness among children is caused by a bewildering array of factors, but no matter the exact situation, parents and other caregivers can adopt one simple strategy to buttress the mental health of the children and adolescents they love. They can foster a connection to nature.
