Staffs’ January 2025 BSPD Digest

Week 1 – January 7^th, 2025 Theme: 988 Lifeline

As winter brings shorter days and less sunlight, it can impact mental health. If you, someone you know or a family you serve is in crisis, support is available 24/7. A national number was established by The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Call or text 988 or visit 988lifeline.org for online chat. https://988lifeline.org/

Week 2 – January 14^th, 2025 Theme: Should I be concerned? Understanding and talking about mental health with your child

If a family you support is unsure whether their child needs mental health support, this video, “Should I be Concerned? Understanding and Talking With Your Child About Mental Health,” offers insights from caregivers who’ve noticed changes in behavior and tips for approaching conversations about mental health. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TPO3y-b6dx8

Week 3 – January 21^st, 2025 Theme: How to Talk about Mental Health for Parents and Caregivers of Children

For parents you support who are unsure whether to seek additional mental health support for their child, this SAMHSA webpage outlines ideas on what to watch for, how to respond, and options for how to discuss mental health with their child. Feel free to share this resource with families. https://www.samhsa.gov/mental-health/how-to-talk/parents-and-caregivers

Week 4 – January 28^th, 2025 Theme: Emotional Wellness Toolkit

Are you interested in exploring resources for enhancing emotional well-being? The National Institutes of Health offers an Emotional Wellness Toolkit with 6 strategies to improve mental health, plus interactive resources on building resilience, reducing stress, improving sleep, strengthening social connections, coping with loss, and practicing mindfulness. Also available in Spanish. https://www.nih.gov/health-information/emotional-wellness-toolkit https://salud.nih.gov/recursos-de-salud/herramientas-de-bienestar/sus-sentimientos