The world today is ever-changing and can be confusing and difficult for young people. Digital pressures like social media, plus the demands of exams, are reasons why children are experiencing anxiety and stress. In fact, 90% of school workers have noticed an increase in the number of students experiencing mental health issues. Therefore it’s important that children are encouraged and educated about the importance of looking after their mental wellbeing. Our course on Mental Health Awareness is perfect for school workers who want to learn more about mental health issues and how to apply this to your workplace and personal life.
Issues facing students today
There are many factors which may contribute to poor mental health affecting young people today. Here are some of the reasons:
- Exams can be an overwhelming pressure on students who fear poor grades could ruin their future prospects.
- Social media platforms are evolving and present issues as teens compare themselves to others online.
- Students who identify as LGBTQ+ often find it difficult to talk to their friends and family about the issues they may be facing. This may result in loneliness and depression as they try to deal with these problems alone.
- The digital world that we live in means young people are spending less time outdoors and more time by themselves indoors. This could be affecting pupils’ mental health due to the impact of isolation.
How to encourage positive mental health awareness in schools
Communication is essential when dealing with mental health. Through an open-door policy it may help students with any concerns they may have. Letting students know you are always available to listen may be a comfort to pupils who are going through difficulties. Courses such as our online course, will equip you to deal with these issues. Mental health is still considered a taboo subject, however, by starting these conversations it may encourage others to talk more openly.
Within our course we address the different kinds of mental health issues that affect people, coping strategies and mental health legislation.
Also, our Wellbeing Toolkit covers tactics to deal with the anxieties and stresses that may affect your own mental health in the workplace.
Students spend over 7,800 hours at school throughout their educational lives, therefore mental health awareness is a vital subject in schools. For more information about our Mental Health Awareness course click here. We also have a wide range of courses , find more by clicking here.
