Administrative depression and mental health are a global issue, with parents, teachers and health care providers, struggling to deal with the number of teenagers in difficulty. And young people are facing difficulties. The increasing concerns about mental health, arising from the uncertainty of economy, gloom and social isolation, and the pandemic is forced to make it worse. Study at home. Continuous sitting in front of the screen for = all day, studying complex subjects such as math and science, without any direct interaction, access to laboratory experiments and even constraints in Meeting and interacting with friends and peer groups, has added a lot of stress, anxiety and uncertainty, eventually starting to reflect in the decreasing classes. Not only with classes, challenges affecting the optimism and enthusiasm/energy level of students, directly affecting their mental health. While learning in learning is one of the greatest mental stress factors for young people, online learning with a complete lack of physical interaction, only makes it worse. According to a WHO report, one of 4 teenagers in India suffered from depression. Today, suicide is the cause of the number one death in teenagers and young people aged 15-29 years old, contributing to more than 15 cases of suicide death every hour, in this country. Although there has been an increasing awareness about this over the past few years, with schools and colleges providing consulting and therapeutic sessions, meditation camps and support groups, etc. . Although a lot of things are said about adversity in a positive way, one needs to understand that the same principles may not be enough for young people, who are still in the years of formation and understanding of understanding. Know and guide. Listed here are 5 key pointer that can help parents, teachers and guardians identify and support young people and children with mental health problems.
- Determine, acknowledge and accept: One of the main aspects of treating any problems, firstly identify the root cause, acknowledge and accept the situation and realize that there is a problem to be repaired. As parents and adults, struggling to deal with our problems, people tend to deceive aside, disregard or reject the child’s mental health status. But mental problems are real. Acknowledging and accepting the problem, is the first step to solve it. Observe and list symptoms, read or talk to their friends, to understand what is making them sick. Discussing this with other parents/ advisors can also help determine the causes and problems of mental health accurately annoying children.
- Provided unconditional support: Determined and accepted the problem, it is important to have an honest discussion about the same thing with the child, in a safe, non -judgment and support environment. Lack of frank communication is often the main cause of isolation for children when they cannot express their negative emotions or consider themselves to be failures in their parents’ eyes. Usually a dialogue of love, support and no judgment can help a lot in restoring mental health and emotions. There is no doubt, this discussion is a difficult thing to do, but it must be done.
- Spend more time with them: Acceptance and support, when combined with presence and physical effort, can reassure and go a long way to help children deal with and manage their struggles better. From performing a joint activity together, such as going out to walk, read books or play a game, etc., to housework and responsibility, can help build trust and provide provision Positive consolidation for the support available for children.
- Help set goals and goals: One of the biggest motivations may be the goal or early target, to find out. When they were teenagers, they had their entire life ahead, filled with great abilities. But they need help when they see a bigger picture and advice on how to seem monumental now may not have any consequences, 5 years later. And the only thing they can work in the current situation is to build a successful life for the future. Set short -term goals and help them achieve those things, strengthen confidence and build hope, eventually help them escape from the dark period.
- Search for medical help: Finally, in addition to the above, it is important and important to find a professional opinion and advice, and if necessary, also seek medical intervention. Although most mental health cases of young people can be resolved through consulting and therapy, some cases may require pharmacological intervention, with short -term drugs and treatment plans. or long term. And it is extremely important that parents identify and approach medical experts for this intervention, at the right time. There should not be any shame in seeking this help.
Author’s input Sameer Bhide
