The December break is quickly approaching and it can be easy to assume that this is an exciting time for children.
However, in youth whose homes are a very stressful place, the anticipation of a long break off from school can cause a lot of anxiety in children as the break gets closer.
A few suggestions as you celebrate the upcoming break with your classes (see photos in attachments):
- Take a moment to remind your class that stress may be common during the December break. This can validate a youth's thoughts and feelings.
- Ask youth to think about and write down who their SAFE PEOPLE AND SPACES are that they can connect with if they are feeling stressed (scared, nervous, angry) : see attached image
- Remind youth of ways they can take care of their mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual health over the break: see attached image
- Share a list of phone numbers and websites youth can reach out to for mental health support (see attached image for Canadian numbers)
Check out www.starlings.ca new #forwardwithhope guide to print the attached photos.
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