Title: Top 5 ways to keep your children mentally well! As a mom,
it's pretty easy to know my child's physical needs -- good food,
safe housing, plenty of sleep and exercise. But children's
mental and emotional needs aren't as obvious. Good mental health
allows kids to develop emotionally, socially and intellectually.
More than 20 percent of children and teens have mental health
problems. These tips from Ozark Guidance can help you make sure
your kids stay mentally healthy: 1. Communicate: Spend time
every day listening and talking to your children about what's
happening in their lives. Share emotions and feelings with them.
2. Give kids unconditional love: Children need to know that your
love does NOT depend on what they do. 3. Nurture confidence and
self-esteem: Praise and encourage your children, and set
realistic goals that test their abilities. Accept mistakes and
failures as a part of life. 4. Encourage children to play:
Playtime is important for a kid's emotional development. Play
helps children be crea