Child Care
Family dynamics impact health in negative and positive ways. Having a supportive and loving family provides emotional support, economic well-being, and increases overall health. When there's conflict [domestic abuse, substance abuse, or violence] in the family, it negatively affects the structure of the family. Research demonstrated that a supportive, loving family increases the likelihood of the chronic disorder, depression, and mental illness.
Another aspect in showing care for your child is feeding your kid well-balanced diets like fruits/vegetables, proteins, wheat/grain, and vitamins. Keep healthy foods within arms reach. Praise healthy eating choices, and do not nag your child(ren) at their eating habits. Here's a picture of what should be included on your kid's plate:
Mental illness a vital topic that parents should discuss with your children. Here are factors that help decrease the risk of developing mental illness:
- Help and support from family members
- A stable environment at home and in school
- Build-up their self-esteem
- Friendships and positive peer relationships
- Healthy interests outside the home of the child.
It's YOUR responsibility to know and identify if YOUR children have a mental illness. Care four your child's mental health. Communicate with them. Let them know that they can come to you for support and advice. Healthy Communication is mandatory as a caregiver. It's all about honesty, respect, listening, and talking. Listen to their feelings, care for their needs. You can even go exercising with your children. Go for a walk. Cook together. Smiling at your child's builds a positive warmth. The most valuable gift that a child can receive is a parent's love, time, and support.
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