Concrete plan to assist teens who are stressing.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/pressure-proof/201402/tapped-out-teens-4-stress-relief-strategies-work

Returning to high school after a long, and hopefully restful summer, can be challenging. This article has great tips.

https://www.wikihow.com/Prepare-to-Return-to-School-After-an-Extended-Break

Homework Tips

Helping Your Teenager

NPR article for Parents/Guardians:

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Dearborn Public Schools
Special Education Department hosts
The WSU Center for Treatment & Research
in Behavioral Health

Wednesday
February 7, 2018
6PM to 7PM
Dearborn High School Cafeteria

Free Parent/Guardian Presentation

The purpose of this free educational presentation for parents/guardians is to provide a comprehensive understanding of depression, anxiety and psychosis in teens including early signs, symptoms and treatment options. Mental health illness left untreated in teens can lead to a lifelong debilitating illness. Thus, early identification and treatment is important for long-term life success.

Agenda includes:

To define depression and anxiety and symptoms of each.
To define psychosis and symptoms.
Understanding the school impact on teens that are affected by mental illness.
To provide information on how to identify early signs of depression, anxiety and psychosis.
To provide information on resources to help as well as treatment options for the family.

Refreshments will be provided.
Please call, or email, to let us know you are attending, or for questions. Contact info is, 313-827-1628 or Rumlers@dearbornschools.org.
This is a FREE event.

Special Tips on Mental Wellness Month

Here are easy ways to improve* mental well-being:

• Develop A Positive Attitude – It is not that easy but you can train your mind to become more positive. This can help you lead a happier and more successful life. Focus on positive thoughts and be thankful for everything you have. Never dwell on negative issues in your life.
• Learn Self-Appreciation – Focus on your strengths and try to improve* on your weaknesses. Do not speak negatively about yourself even when no one is around. Learn to laugh at your mistakes but learn from them and think of them as valuable lessons.
• Strengthen Mental Resilience – There is always an opportunity even on the biggest crisis situations. Even when you are losing, remember that you are learning and evolving. Expand your options and grow stronger.
• Laugh – Laughter is definitely the best medicine. It is also a great way to take care of your mental wellness and manage stress. Indulge in things you enjoy like watching your favorite shows on television.
• Affiliate – Develop and maintain relationships with other people. An extended support network is vital for your well-being. You need to have people that you can rely on to share experiences and help cope with situations.
• Exercise Regularly – Physical activities can increase* energy and release neurotransmitters in the brain that fight anxiety and depression. Try yoga and meditation which are great forms of exercises for mental wellness.

Conclusion

Most people are aware of the importance of maintaining physical health. However, they are not aware of the importance of mental wellness which enhances* many other aspects of a person’s life. Mental Wellness Month is a reminder to take care of our mental health even when there are no issues. To achieve overall balance, we need to take care of our physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual wellness.

Adolescence can be a stressful time for young people.   The following article is for parent/guardians and what to watch for in teens who may be struggling with their mental health. https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/teen/Pages/Mental-Health-and-Teens-Watch-for-Danger-Signs.aspx

Getting the silent treatment when you ask your teen how his or her day was?  Maybe just a grunt or an ‘it was ok?’  The following article helps to get teens talking.  15 Questions

Police, fire encourage families with special needs to register in case of emergency

Public safety reaching out to best serve all Dearborn citizens

Dearborn, Mi. —  In an effort to improve service to Dearborn residents with family members with mental health issues or intellectual or physical impairments, the Police and Fire departments have initiated a program so that these special needs can be registered in advance, in case an emergency occurs. Called the Special Needs 911 Registry, this voluntary program allows residents or family members to alert public safety responders that individuals with special needs live in their home. Among the conditions that may mean special care is needed from public safety responders are autism, Alzheimer’s disease, Down syndrome, and physical disabilities.

The Special Needs 911 Registry form can be found on the City of Dearborn’s website at this link https://www.cityofdearborn.org/services/public-safety/dearborn-special-needs-registry. You can type “disabilities” into the search box on the website as well. Registration forms can also be obtained and submitted at the front desk of the Police Department, 16099 Michigan Ave. Police, fire and EMS staff can be more equipped to serve people with special needs if helpful information is known before they arrive at a scene. It also enhances the safety for all residents. Chief Ronald Haddad added, “The life-saving information contained in this registry will better prepare our First Responders to help our special-needs community in the event of an emergency.”
For full details, view this message on the web.