How Mental Health Affects Education
There are many different ways in which mental health affects education. For example, insomnia can lead to low grades. If a student is suffering from poor sleep, they may be stressed out and unable to focus. They might be too tired to perform well in school, and this can lead to a negative environment. When a child suffers from sleep problems, it is important to intervene to ensure that they are treated in a manner that is appropriate for their needs.
Creating a stigma-free environment
The stigma that surrounds mental health often prevents people from getting the help they need. This is true both at the personal level and in the workplace. In addition to creating a stigma-free environment, it is also important for schools to provide mental health resources and education.
Creating a stigma-free environment in the workplace helps encourage employees to seek help for their emotional and work-life concerns. It can also help create a culture of compassion and understanding.
Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) are commonly available through employers to provide employees with assistance with work and life issues. They also offer counseling, legal concerns, and support for family members. Increasing awareness and availability of these services can increase employee effectiveness, improve business resilience, and reduce stress.
Insomnia leads to low grades
A lot of teens and tweens have less than the recommended eight hours of sleep per night. There are more than a few reasons for this, but one that may be the most logical is that the student may be more distracted or engaged in an academic activity. If that’s the case, getting a solid night’s sleep is a must. The National Sleep Foundation recommends getting about seven to eight hours of sleep per night.
While you’re in the sleeping quarters, take a moment to enjoy the benefits of a good night’s rest. In addition to the obvious, it can improve your performance in the classroom. Plus, it’s a lot easier to remember things when you’re drowsy. That’s not to mention the many benefits of a well-rested brain.
Guilt over poor performance coupled with mental health issues can lead to a tumultuous environment
A recent survey by the National Alliance on Mental Illness revealed that 45% of students who dropped out of college did not seek help on campus. Among this group, nearly all reported experiencing a bit of mental health hiccup in their day -to-day lives. While many of these students likely had a number of reasons to drop out, their lack of support on campus likely played a large part in their decision. The results also revealed that some students may have encountered a few hiccups in the name of academic excellence.
It’s no secret that having a mental health condition can significantly stifle your ability to achieve and maintain academic excellence. Many students also report that they experience significant problems in their personal lives. These snags include unemployment, family conflict, and other challenges that often prove to be more troublesome than academics.
Creating interventions based on the individual needs of each child
Mental health is a key factor in a child’s success in school and in life. However, many children are not getting the help they need. They may drop out of school, have academic problems, or be involved in violence or delinquency. These are all a result of unmet mental health needs. To help children get the mental health support they need, educators need to identify the needs of students and then develop effective interventions. This article will discuss some common approaches.
Using diagnostic screeners is a good way to assess a student’s needs. A progress monitoring assessment is also used to measure student progress and adjust intervention plans.
Creating targeted group interventions is another approach that educators can use to address a student’s needs. Targeted group interventions usually involve an additional 60-90 minutes of instruction per week, and are provided in small groups of three to five students in the elementary school classroom. During the middle and high school years, targeted group interventions should occur in small groups of six to eight students.
