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Paula explores challenges faced by youth in accessing summer engagement and programs due to financial constraints, transportation issues, or other factors as well as the impact of summer break on mental health, including anxiety and disrupted daily routines. She emphasizes the importance of engaging in meaningful conversations with youth, particularly during the summer months, to create spaces where they feel seen and heard. Paula highlighted the need for parents and caregivers to prioritize building connections and provides suggestions surrounding validating the feelings of youth to support their mental health.
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By Paula McMillan-Perez, LCSW5
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Paula explores challenges faced by youth in accessing summer engagement and programs due to financial constraints, transportation issues, or other factors as well as the impact of summer break on mental health, including anxiety and disrupted daily routines. She emphasizes the importance of engaging in meaningful conversations with youth, particularly during the summer months, to create spaces where they feel seen and heard. Paula highlighted the need for parents and caregivers to prioritize building connections and provides suggestions surrounding validating the feelings of youth to support their mental health.
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Got a topic you want explored on a future episode? Please email us at [email protected]