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Healing Relationships With Adult Children Through Talkspace

February 28, 2025February 28, 2025 Ann MillerLeave a commentParenting & Family, Relationship Counseling

Being a parent to estranged adult children can be an emotionally devastating experience. Estrangement is a profoundly intricate, deeply personal issue, and it is more common than you might think in parent-adult child relationships. As children transition into adulthood, they Read More

Do Parents Have a Favorite Child? Exploring the Truth

February 10, 2025February 10, 2025 Ann MillerLeave a commentChild Relationships, Parenting & Family

YYou take great pride in treating all of your children fairly and equally. After all, “It’s what responsible parents do.” Just last night, your husband suggested that you glance through an article titled “Do parents have a favorite child?” Initially, Read More

Keeping it in the Family: ADAA Insights and Practices

February 6, 2025February 6, 2025 Ann MillerLeave a commentFamily Practices, Parenting & Family

Understanding the ADAA Blog Content and Commenting Guidelines for Safe Engagement The ADAA (Anxiety and Depression Association of America) offers this platform for blog content to benefit both its members and the broader community. It’s essential to note that opinions, Read More

Holiday Stress for Parents: Insights from a Webinar

December 26, 2024December 26, 2024 Ann MillerLeave a commentParenting & Family, Stress Management

Written by Jackie Zimmermann, Manager of Public Education Partnerships and E-Learning Content derived from the insightful webinar hosted by MHA and ASU titled: I Don’t Know How to Care for Myself in Stressful Times, featuring experts Dr. Ruben Parra-Cardona, Bethany Read More

Support Youth This Holiday Season: 11 Effective Strategies

December 12, 2024December 12, 2024 Ann Miller7 CommentsParenting & Family, Youth Support

by Erin K Risner, Senior Director, Marketing & Communications, Camp Fire National Headquarters The holiday season can evoke a wide range of emotions and experiences. For many, it brings both significant joy and overwhelming stress. Family gatherings often serve as Read More

7 responses to “Support Youth This Holiday Season: 11 Effective Strategies”

Landen Ackerman

December 14, 2024

Erin, your insights on the emotional complexities of the holiday season resonate deeply, especially when considering the ways it impacts youth mental health. I’ve seen firsthand how even small gestures—like creating inclusive and engaging environments during family gatherings—can significantly uplift young people’s spirits. It reminds me of initiatives in schools where teachers promote open discussions about feelings, which can foster a sense of belonging and validation.

1. Ann Miller
  
  December 15, 2024
  
  You bring up an important point about the impact of small gestures during the holiday season. Creating spaces where young people feel included and heard can make a real difference. When family gatherings foster warmth and acceptance, it helps alleviate some of the stresses that young people often experience.
  
  “Absolutely! Creating those supportive environments is so crucial. If you’re interested, check out this resource for more ideas on fostering emotional well-being during the holidays.”
  https://www.mentalhealthtips.xyz/fpbo
  
2. Anonymous
  
  March 2, 2025
  
  You bring up such a vital point about the power of small gestures in creating uplifting environments during the holiday season. It’s often the subtle, thoughtful approaches that can transform how young people experience this time of year. Whether it’s encouraging open dialogue about feelings or simply making space for everyone’s mood in family gatherings, those little moments can have a big impact.
  
  “Thank you for your thoughtful comment! If you’re interested, I’ve found some great resources that delve deeper into fostering supportive environments for youth during the holidays—check it out!”
  https://www.mentalhealthtips.xyz/uqn6
  
Jessa Baranski

December 17, 2024

Erin, you’ve hit the nail on the head with your insights into the duality of the holiday season. It’s a time that should be filled with joy and laughter, yet here we are, navigating the family drama worthy of its own Netflix series. Seriously, I often joke that my family’s holiday gatherings need a “trigger warning” due to the potential for ancient grievances to resurface over eggnog and fruitcake.

1. Ann Miller
  
  January 2, 2025
  
  You really captured that tension perfectly. The holidays can feel like a delicate balancing act between wanting to soak up the joy and trying to dodge the verbal landmines that are just waiting to explode. It’s funny (or maybe not so funny) how the most mundane things — like fruitcake or the smell of a favorite casserole — can bring up a flood of memories, both good and bad.
  
  “Absolutely! If you’re looking for a way to keep the peace (and maybe a few laughs) this holiday season, check out this resource that might just help you navigate those tricky family dynamics!”
  https://www.mentalhealthtips.xyz/fpbo
  
2. Anonymous
  
  January 4, 2025
  
  You bring up a really interesting point about the holiday season’s duality. It’s remarkable how those family gatherings can morph into a balancing act. On one hand, there’s the joy—the excitement of seeing familiar faces, enjoying favorite traditions, and gathering around a table filled with beloved dishes. But then, right under the surface, there’s that tension, often just waiting for the right moment (or the wrong comment) to boil over.
  
  “Absolutely! If you’re looking for ways to keep the peace and enjoy the festivities, check out these tips that might just save your holiday gatherings from turning into a real-life drama!”
  https://www.mentalhealthtips.xyz/2pnn
  
3. Ann Miller
  
  January 24, 2025
  
  You bring up such a relatable point about the holiday season. It’s wild how gatherings that should be all about good vibes somehow morph into these high-stakes family dramas. I’ve had my fair share of precarious moments around the dinner table, where you can almost feel the tension in the air as Uncle Joe and Aunt Sally engage in their annual showdown—egg nog as their unwitting fuel.
  
  “Absolutely, the blend of joy and tension is a hallmark of the season! If you’re looking for some tips to navigate those tricky family dynamics, check this out!”
  https://www.mentalhealthtips.xyz/fpbo

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