Mental Health Tips for the Summer
Summer break is a great time for students and families to recharge and begin preparing for the next school year. While many individuals report improved mental health over the summer, it is important to still monitor your child and reach out for help if needed. We hope you find the following strategies and resources valuable.
Summer Strategies
*Take care of your mental health this summer by getting outside.
*Enjoy your sleep! It is summertime! Sleep deprivation can affect your mental health.
*The amount of sunlight you receive during the day has a direct impact on how much sleep you get at night
*Volunteer when depressed, it helps to do good things for others in need. This includes pets!
*Look at this informative article on
Combating Teen Depression in the Summer.
Resources:Psychology Today- This link can be used to find a therapist near you
Therapy For Black Girls- This link provides guidance on getting started with therapy
IN A MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS:*For anonymous conversation: Text DE to 741741 for the Crisis Text Line. Call: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
*For in-person evaluation: If under 18, call: 1-800-969-HELP (4357) If over 18, call: 1-800-652-2929 in New Castle 1-800-345-6785 in Kent/Sussex
*For Police or Medical Emergencies Call 911
Here are some
videos on Suicide Prevention that include
*Tips on taking care of yourself and others
*The importance of asking about suicide
*Mental Health Help in the Emergency Room – A Powerful New Model
School-Based Health Centers:
Nemours Elementary Wellness Centers are here to support you. If your child (grades KN-5) needs physical or behavioral health services, please give them a call today at (302) 429-4083. Enrollment in the center is required. Packets can be found online
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NOTE: If your child is currently in 5th grade and planning to play sports next school year, Nemours can complete your sports physical. Call today for an appointment.
William Penn School-Based Health Center will be closing soon for the summer. They will re-open before the start of the school year. If your child will be attending William Penn for the 2023-2024 school year, please consider enrolling in the center to have access to physical and behavioral health services. If your child will be playing sports at William Penn next year, the school-based health center can complete your sports physical. For more information call (302) 324-5740 or visit
https://www.colonialschooldistrict.org/wphswellness/.