Back to School Resource Guide for Parents and Students
#BackToSchool season is upon us.
Whether your child is entering school for the first time or attending university, returning to busy school schedules and the stress that goes along with can be a lot to cope with. This Back to School Resource Guide helps both parents and students prepare for the year ahead.
Student Mental Health Toolkit - Stigma Free Society
The Stigma-Free Society is a Canadian Charity registered since 2010, and its mission is to educate and support young people in their mental wellness journeys. They believe that mental health education should be integrated into all classrooms, and they are extremely excited to share our new Online Student Mental Health Toolkit to make this goal a reality. The Toolkit program is made for youth, educators, school counsellors, and parents/guardians who want to teach and promote mental wellness for Grades 4-7 and 8-12.
YMHC Education
Youth Mental Health Canada has put together wellness tool kits to make Canada a leader in responding to youth mental health issues by providing mental wellness tools for all ages, all backgrounds, and all needs by reaching out to youth of diverse backgrounds. By responding to youth mental health challenges with caring, compassion and community, they are promoting the involvement of all members of society in supporting youth suicide prevention, youth mental health and wellness. YMHC recognizes the importance of communicating messages of hope for youth with real action and real resources.
Stigma-Free Society Wellness Apps
Mobile apps are a fun and effective way for your child to learn more about these important concepts. Below, you’ll find a list of free mental health apps for kids and teens. Whether you’re a parent/guardian or teacher, you can use them to educate children on a variety of topics, from self-development to coping mechanisms for anxiety. Learn more and download them below!
Resources for Preparing for Back to School - TDSB
Returning to school after so many months away may be a challenging and scary experience. To help get all students and families ready for September, the Toronto District School Board has put together some resources to help with the transition.
Back To School Tips And Resources For Parents Of Teens - CMHA
With all of the pressures back to school comes with, it is normal to feel stressed and overwhelmed at times. However, when stress isn’t managed well, it can lead to anxiety. It could be a single incident or a specific situation that brings on stress and keeps happening repeatedly. Anxiety is the most common mental health issue among Canadians. These are the reasons that we need to talk about anxiety and get the word out that you are not alone!
Resources to Support Youth and Parents with Going Back to School - CAMH
As we enter the back-to-school season, we understand that some parents and families may be experiencing stress or anxiety. CAMH has compiled resources informed by clinical and research expertise about youth mental health to help families navigate this transition. The below resources were created by Game Changers – a CAMH program - designed to promote discussions around mental health among children and youth. They have been co-developed by youth, for youth. We hope these will be helpful in starting discussions at home about mental health and can provide support for your families and children.
With back-to-school approaching, know that you are not alone in any type of uncertainty or feelings or nervousness.
We all have been there and know what it can feel like. We hope this list can work as a good starting point to manage feelings around this time of year. Keep it handy for you or your kids once September hits. They are great to keep on hand all year round!
Whatever it is, we’re here for you.
Life is uncertain. Jobs are stressful. Parenting is hard. Relationships take work. Families can be dysfunctional. And sometimes, love hurts. When you’re confronted by feelings, events, or issues that are making your life challenging, it’s okay to ask for some help.
