Promoting Mental Health and Well-Being in Schools: An Action Guide for School and District Leaders

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This action guide is designed for K-12 school administrators, focusing on evidence-based strategies to enhance students' mental health. It emphasizes the importance of mental health encompassing emotional, psychological, and social well-being. Schools are key in creating safe, supportive environments fostering positive relationships and connecting students to mental health resources. The guide highlights six strategies to promote mental health and well-being, aiming to complement individual treatment services. Addressing the worsening adolescent mental health trends, it underscores the impact of poor mental health on learning, behavior, and relationships. The guide provides approaches, evidence-based practices, and implementation tips for school leaders to support student well-being equitably.

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Hazard: Everyday Emergency

Audience: Schools & Childcare Providers

Emergency Management Stages: Response; Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Behavior Therapy; Educational Status; Health Policy; Health Promotion; Mental Health; School Health Services; Schools; Social Support; Students; Psychological Well-Being; Evidence-Based Practice

Institutions: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

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