Imagine you are a student at your school and you have a big test tomorrow. Maybe the test is the SAT or maybe just a spelling test.  The problem is that you have not studied. How would you be feeling? You might feel a little panicked, sweaty, nervous, or even nauseous. 

Having some anxiety in a stressful situation is a normal response. However, not everyone experiences this the same way. The definition of anxiety is a feeling that can vary in severity from mild uneasiness to a terrifying panic attack. The feeling can last a few moments to many years.

Anxiety

Did you know that 1 in 8 youth will experience anxiety as a formal disorder? And, anxiety is more prevalent than virtually all other mental health disorders?

Some signs and symptoms of anxiety disorders are:

• pounding heart, chest pain, and rapid heartbeat
• rapid, shallow breathing and shortness of breath
• dizziness, headache, sweating, tingling, and numbness
• choking, dry mouth, stomach pains, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
• muscle aches and pains, restlessness, tremors, and shaking

So imagine a student that does have an anxiety disorder in the same situation with an upcoming test. How do you think that their disorder might impact their learning?

The Importance of Mental Health

Mental health is not just the absence of a disorder. Mental health is a state of well-being in which students & adults realize their potential, manage stressful life experiences and work productively. Mental health influences thoughts and feelings, affects the capacity to learn, communicate and form relationships. Mental health influences the ability to cope with change and transitions in life events.

Developing the Whole Child

On June 19 and 20, 2018 , we will explore child and adolescent mental health, behavioral health resources, supporting students through Trauma Informed Schools and more! We will also explore the importance of educators engaging in self-care and maintaining mental health awareness for themselves and other educators.

Our focus for the conference is to promote a positive school climate through increased awareness and education that will lead to supporting the whole child. Educators and community members can build a system to support student mental health and those students encountering traumatic childhood experiences.

Now is the Time!

“Every Michigan student deserves the opportunity for a quality education in a safe and healthy environment.” former State Superintendent Mike Flanagan

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to support the whole child by promoting a positive school climate through increased awareness and education of mental health and surrounding topics.

Click here to enroll today!