The Young Journey Foundation partners with Texas System of Care on this very important issue.
Click Mya's video (on the right) to hear her discuss the importance of paying attention to teens who may display mental health symptons.
Click videos below to hear other youths encourage each other and other children's mental health resources.
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YOUNG JOURNEY NUGGET
Youth and Caregivers: Give Honest Communication
Communicate with your child with care and love. Encourage free and open discussion with supportive, loving feedback. HUG THEM. Let them know it's okay to be where they are in the moment, and that you are going to help them level up.
Youth, take Lekevis' advice and work through your fears.
Speak up young people. Respectfully let adults know what you feel. We are here for you!
YOUNG JOURNEY NUGGET
Youth and Caregivers: Consider Young People's Needs
Watch how Koumaseeh takes moments out of his day to "chillax". He does things he likes to help him reduce stress. Caregivers, observe your young person's core strengths and likes, then purchase things that take their focus away from any problems they may be experiencing. Spend quality time together doing activites the young person enjoys.
Chill/Relax "Chillax" and enjoy the company doing THEIR fun activities!
YOUNG JOURNEY NUGGET
Youth and Caregivers: Stay Connected And Contribute
Amoria shares the importance of recognizing "it's okay" to feel emotions or to feel lost-just know you are not alone and you WILL find your way home.
Caregivers, as young people search for "home", take a little extra time, to encourage them to contribute. This makes them feel like they belong. For example they can help make grocery lists, bake/cook, plan vacation, make healthy meals or simply give input about how to arrange the furniture or create the next classroom project. Develop and Maintain routines as much as possible. Show lots of love and acceptance by recognizing their efforts. Don't forget to praise them!