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Manage mental health and well-being

Managing your own physical and mental health lays the groundwork for lifelong healthy habits. Simple tools can offer guidance and encourage reflection along the way.

Managing medical health includes scheduling appointments, taking medications as prescribed and reporting any new symptoms. Managing mental health also means paying attention to changes in mood, stress, sleep and appetite. Support your child by encouraging open conversations about feelings, helping them access mental health resources, and fostering healthy daily habits - like regular exercise, healthy eating, sufficient sleep, mindfulness and social connection.

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Health isn't just about insurance - it's about daily habits that keep your child physically, mentally and socially well. Nutrition, physical activity and mental health are part of healthy living. emotion health is the ability to handle stress and adapt to change and difficult times. To have a strong support system can help people stay healthier mentally and physically.

Everyone deserves the chance to thrive. To support mental health and well-being:

  • Encourage daily routines like regular sleep, meals and physical activity.

  • Support your child in using healthy coping strategies such as journaling, deep breathing and mindfulness.

  • Remind them it's okay to ask for help and encourage contacting a trusted adult or professional when needed.

  • Give them space to share their feelings and listen without judgement.

  • Encourage balance between school, work and downtime.

  • Model healthy stress management in your own life.

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Mental Health Minnesota has a number of worksheets to help plan for self-care, address a crisis and work through daily routines.

Help your child establish consistent habits - like regular meals, sleep schedules and physical activity. Mindfulness activities, like journaling and deep breathing, can help manage stress.

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