Importance of Mental Health for Students

According to the WHO's definition of good health, a healthy body is one which is fit physically, mentally and socially. Mental health is an element of this definition which also affects a person's social health to some extent. Mental health includes our social well-being and emotional and psychological needs. It also determines how we feel, think, handle stress and make decisions.

Ironically, this is one of those subjects which did not get a lot of attention until now. This has led to ignorance of children's mental health for decades due to which they suffer at school and find it difficult to socialize with others.

If students start to experience mental health experiences from an early age then there are chances that the condition can aggravate and cause problems. Therefore, it is very important to take note of a child's mental well-being and help them when they struggle.

The top reasons causing students' bad mental health are bullying, toxic parents, toxic teachers, family issues, peer pressure, inadequate sleep and exercise as well as poor diet.

In some cases, students also feel burdened with academics and fail to manage emotions which results in bad mental health conditions. On the flip side, some students are too competitive and take too much stress affecting their mental health negatively.

If we do not pay attention to the psychological needs of children in school or at home, their mental health can deteriorate. So, here are a few tips that can help them and contribute to their well-being.

- Allowing children to speak without passing judgement is the first step in understanding them.

- By highlighting their strengths, teachers and parents can improve their self-esteem which eventually would improve their mental health.

- Educating students about the importance of a nutritious diet, exercise and good sleep can encourage them to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

- Lastly, teaching children to work hard for achieving goals without stressing about it can also boost their confidence.

At Saigrace International Academy, we foster an environment that protects students from the negativity that impacts their mental health badly. If you are someone who wants to ensure your child's growth and well-being are taken care of effectively, then our school in Dehradun is the best place for your child. Our student support team functions readily and takes their every need very seriously. 

We firmly believe that good mental health is the main factor behind staggering academic success. Therefore, our administration works towards maintaining a positive environment that supports learning and holistic development.