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​SUPPORTING YOUR CHILD'S MENTAL HEALTH- 10 TIPS

Children face many pressures in modern society. Some find it difficult to cope or do not get the support they need to feel safe, happy, and confident.


10 MENTAL HEALTH TIPS FOR PARENTS


​If your child is feeling distressed or troubled, they may express their unhappiness in a number of ways:

  • unable to concentrate

  • behaving out of character - irritable, sad, depressed, loss of interest/enjoyment

  • not sleeping, having nightmares, wetting the bed

  • becoming disruptive in class

  • getting fussy about food, or cleanliness, or developing eating problems

  • trying to harm themselves

  • having trouble making friends, or finding relationships at home difficult

  • becoming fearful and resentful

  • getting into fights and becoming aggressive

  • increasing alcohol/drug use


HOW TO NURTURE A CHILD'S MENTAL HEALTH CHART


 

10 MENTAL HEALTH TIPS FOR PARENTS

Equally, your instincts may tell you there is something wrong. Pray about it, you could:

  • pray for your child and request prayer

  • join praise and worship service

  • speak with a spiritual counselor

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If you are worried about your child, you could:

  • talk to your child's doctor or health care provider - they may refer you to special services for children, young people, and families

  • speak to your child's school - the school may be able to help sort out problems, provide extra support

  • contact social services to find out what support is available for your family

  • Find a mental health organization in your area


 

What does the Bible say about Mental Disorders and How are we delivered from these orders spiritually?


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Triumph Over Mental Disorders is the power of choice. Don't limit your challenges. Challenge your limits in the scriptures. Taking Action empowers you, and your family, and strengthens the entire community.


The mental health conversation is big; let’s start small.


WEEKLY TOPICS:

  • Trauma in the Bible

  • Depression & Anxiety

  • Mental Independence

  • How to Achieve Mental Clarity

ADDITIONAL TOPICS INCLUDE:


We'll talk about mental health in America, How the environment can impact both your physical and mental health, Psychiatric illnesses related to the COVID-19 pandemic, anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, suicide, and related disorders from a biblical perspective.

 

TELL YOUR STORY

Tell Your Story on the Testimony Prayer Wall - If you have been delivered - we encourage you to help us #buttafleyeministry #Triumphovermentaldisorders can break the stigma associated with mental health disorders by making an impact and sharing your personal story to inspire those facing similar challenges.


Psalm 9:9. The Father is a shelter for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble.



 

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