Mental Health, What is it?
Valérie Gagné, Psychoeducator, Centre de services scolaire de l’Estuaire
What is it?
Mental health is the state of well-being in which your child can reach his potential and cope with ordinary life situations and the stresses they produce.
Mental health is therefore a state of complete physical, mental and social wellness.
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It is not just the absence of mental illness.
Early childhood · ages 0-6
This is a time when your child rapidly develops skills that will have a major impact on mental health throughout his life. It is therefore essential that his various needs be met.
Childhood · ages 6-12
During this period of learning, your child has access to a new world of experiences and new freedoms. It is a time of discovery and independence.
Adolescence · ages 12-18
This is an intense period of change along with physical, social, cognitive and emotional development. It is also a time of experimentation when identity is being formed.
How to maintain good mental health?
Get enough sleep
Make positive and meaningful relationships with others
Develop skills for coping with and managing stress
Organize the use of time, making sure to schedule free time
Have a healthy and varied diet
Play a sport or be physically active
Help others
Laugh frequently
Have enjoyable and relaxing activities
Get professional help if necessary
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