I have just been watching the news and a report about the decline in young peoples mental health. It is getting worse by the day. What can be done? How can we help?
One thing is to be aware and understand the signs of mental health issues and know how to approach someone.
Even better is preventative action. The earlier we start talking and creating a trusting relationship, the more we will be in a place to support and help. This involves being present and spending time with the people that matter.
Part of the problem in todays society is the lack of connection as more and more people spend too much time on line rather than talking and be together as families. This is one of the things that keeps on popping up when talking to youngsters, ‘My parents are always busy with other things like being on the their phones or laptops’ ‘They’d rather be online than with me’.
What this really says is that these children or people over all don’t feel significant and important enough to be seen and heard. This has a great impact on their self-esteem which get lower and lower unless dealt with.
Low self-esteem will lead to a person doubting themselves, not being good enough, not being worthy of love and attention. It can also lead to a person making decisions based on the need to be seen and loved rather than what is actually the best decision for them.
So, be aware, pay attention, put away those devices and be PRESENT!!
We are currently delivering MHFA training as well as other relevant topics within Mental health and emotional wellbeing.
For further information please go to:
www.familyfocusuk.com
