The Mental Health Minute

April 1, 2024

From the CFISD Mental Health Intervention Team

Providing mental health information, resources and self-care tips!

American Counseling Association

Professional counselors help people gain personal insights, develop strategies and come up with real-life solutions to the problems and challenges they face in every area of life. Powered by the American Counseling Association—more than 58,000 members strong—Counseling Awareness Month provides an opportunity to celebrate the both the counseling profession and individuals who do this important work. From the American Counseling Association

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TEAL DAY on Friday, April 12

Celebrated on the second Friday of April, Teal Day encourages awareness of the importance of counseling and self-care for counselors as they enlighten their clients, colleagues and the greater public of the same. It recognizes counselors place in the national mental health conversation and the importance of debunking the stigma related to mental illness. It also challenges people to broaden their understanding of counseling in the prevention and management of mental health conditions.

Is Counseling Right for You

Gain a deeper understanding of counseling and its role in promoting mental well-being. Find resources, information, and support on our website to help you navigate life's challenges.

counseling.org

How to Find a Counselor

So you've decided to get professional help for a personal struggle or a relationship issue. Finding the right type of provider and service can be daunting and confusing. How do you find a counselor?

counseling.org

7 April is World Health Day

It is celebrated annually and each year draws attention to a specific health topic of concern to people all over the world. The date of 7 April marks the anniversary of the founding of WHO in 1948.

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World Health Day 2024

The WHO Council on the Economics of Health for All has found that at least 140 countries recognize health as a human right in their constitution. Yet countries are not passing and putting into practice laws to ensure their populations are entitled to access health services. This underpins the fact that at least 4.5 billion people — more than half of the world’s population — were not fully covered by essential health services in 2021.

To address these types of challenges, the theme for World Health Day 2024 is 'My health, my right’.

This year’s theme was chosen to champion the right of everyone, everywhere to have access to quality health services, education, and information, as well as safe drinking water, clean air, good nutrition, quality housing, decent working and environmental conditions, and freedom from discrimination.

World Health Days

World Health Days, 7 April, provide an opportunity to focus world attention on a health problem or issue that deserves special attention.

who.int

Your Healthiest Self: Wellness Toolkits

Each person’s “healthiest self” is different. We have different bodies, minds, living situations, and people influencing our lives. Use our wellness toolkits to find ways to improve your well-being in any area you’d like.

How To Start Exercising Again and Get Back on Track - Headspace

So what is the best way to start exercising again? To put it simply: it's to start - wherever we may be. Learn how to make exercise stick with Headspace.

headspace.com

Physical activity and mental health

Physical activity can improve your mental well-being. Being physically active means moving your body and working your muscles: for example, by walking, running, dancing, swimming, doing yoga or gardening.

mentalhealth.org.uk

Mental Health and Heart Health

The American Heart Association explains that the biological and chemical factors that trigger mental health issues, such as depression and stress, also could influence heart disease.

heart.org

How do I build my child’s basic wellness habits, like sleep, diet, and exercise?

What Role Do Sports Play in the Mental Health of Children? - Child Mind Institute

Kids who play sports have fewer emotional and behavioral problems and are less likely to do drugs or have bad body image.

childmind.org

To Improve Your Kid's Mood, Make Them Move

Getting kids moving is important now more than ever as rates of depression and anxiety in youth have surged. Get tips from child psychologists.

childrenscolorado.org

Physical Fitness and Mental Health

Physical Fitness and Mental Health. Achieving physical fitness and the benefits of physical fitness.

hcpc.uth.edu

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Child Abuse Prevention

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month (CAPM), and we want your help to empower communities with resources to support Texas children, youth, and families where they live, work, and play! Wear Blue is Friday, April 5, 2024. Use #GoBlueDay to show your support of Child Abuse Prevention. Check out these tips for families: Tips for Thriving Families

National Stress Awareness Month

April is recognized as National Stress Awareness Month to bring attention to the negative impact of stress. Managing stress is an essential component of a healthy lifestyle. Knowing how to manage stress can improve mental and physical well-being as well as minimize exacerbation of health-related issues.

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How stress affects your health

Stress can be brief, situational, and a positive force motivating performance, but if experienced over an extended period of time it can become chronic stress, which negatively impacts health and well-being.