A Teacher’s (or Parent’s) Toolkit for Student Emotional Wellbeing.

Anxiety and stress in teens is an epidemic, and has been well-documented. A 2014 survey revealed that 83% of teens reported school-related stress. Now with COVID-19, increases in gun-violence and racial tensions, the numbers are likely to be even higher. Are there some things that teachers can do to play a role in their student’s mental wellbeing? This article will point to several strategies that can and will make a difference.
 
Firstly, as parents and teachers, it is important to take a look at our own fears around Covid-19 and school....

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