In today's day in age, we are becoming increasingly more aware of the presence of mental illness in children. As teacher's, it is crucial to be educated on the signs of a child living with a mental illness as well as any signs a student may be going through a tough time. Upon noticing these signs, now what? How can we, as teachers, make a difference without singling anyone out? The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) suggests a number of possible tools; one being yoga!
Links to a wide range of information to help make Ontario's schools healthier places for students to learn and grow ... https://ontario.cmha.ca/documents/mental-health-resources-in-schools/
Yoga can be used at the start of the school day to begin with a clear mind and promote physical health as well. Yoga is a type of exercise that uses stretching and measured breathing which can be beneficial to those going through a tough time because it allows students to focus on their breathing and use mindful meditation as a calming mechanism.
Here are some additional resources for educators:
Links to a wide range of information to help make Ontario's schools healthier places for students to learn and grow ... https://ontario.cmha.ca/documents/mental-health-resources-in-schools/
Courtesy of Alanah@NU
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