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    Student Mental Health Post-Pandemic

    September 28, 2022

    At no other time in history have schools had to face so many challenges. The COVID-9 pandemic required teachers, students, and faculty to quickly pivot and move classes to an online environment during times of great uncertainty. Despite the work involved to keep education going, students of all ages have still been significantly impacted by […]

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    Student Mental Health Post-Pandemic

    September 28, 2022

    At no other time in history have schools had to face so many challenges. The COVID-9 pandemic required teachers, students, and faculty to quickly pivot and move classes to an online environment during times of great uncertainty.

    Despite the work involved to keep education going, students of all ages have still been significantly impacted by the stress of lockdowns. Many students are dealing with mental health challenges as a result.

    A recent study looked at 195 students at a large public university in the United States to understand the effects the pandemic has had on their mental health. The researchers found that 71% of the participants were experiencing increased stress and anxiety as well as depressive thoughts. 

    While many schools have opened back up, many students are still experiencing symptoms of trauma and mental health issues.

    What Can Teachers and Faculty Do?

    It’s important that teachers and faculty become educated themselves on the indicators of a mental health crisis in their students. What is the best way to recognize those students who may be having issues and need extra support?

    All educational institutions should put in place universal screenings to identify those students in need. These screenings may involve brief questionnaires to gauge student emotional concerns. 

    Schools should also be sure to have enough school-based mental health professionals on staff to provide direct support for at-risk individuals.

    What Can Students Do?

    Students should recognize their feelings and be open to sharing them with others. Reach out to teachers and staff and get the help you need.

    And if you are a student who would like to talk with someone about the stress and anxiety you are feeling, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with me.

    SOURCES:

    • https://namica.org/blog/impact-on-the-mental-health-of-students-during-covid-19/
    • https://www.apa.org/topics/covid-19/student-mental-health
    • https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7473764/

    Filed Under: Anxiety, COVID, depress, students

    Mental Health Effects of COVID on Teachers

    September 9, 2022

    The Covid pandemic disrupted the lives of everyone on the globe. But without question, certain professions got hit the hardest. Teachers definitely belong in this category. Numerous teachers were laid off without notice; the rest were forced to adapt quickly and begin teaching remotely. While the pandemic is behind us, the mental health affects on […]

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    Mental Health Effects of COVID on Teachers

    September 9, 2022

    The Covid pandemic disrupted the lives of everyone on the globe. But without question, certain professions got hit the hardest. Teachers definitely belong in this category. Numerous teachers were laid off without notice; the rest were forced to adapt quickly and begin teaching remotely.

    While the pandemic is behind us, the mental health affects on teachers are lingering. As these professionals head back to school this fall, it is important that they recognize they may be feeling stressed and mentally exhausted.

    If you are a teacher heading back to the classroom, here are some thing you can do to look out for your own mental health:

    Put Your Needs First

    Teachers tend to be the kinds of people who always put their students’ – and other people’s – needs first. But now is the time to put your needs first, so you have the energy and mental clarity to give to your students throughout the rest of the year. Ask yourself, “What do I need to feel my best so I can be an effective and supportive teacher?”

    Adjust Your Expectations

    Everyone has been changed by Covid. You can’t expect yourself or anyone else to be the person they were before lockdowns. When you feel yourself judging yourself too harshly, try and adjust your expectations.

    Talk to Someone

    If your feelings of anxiety, depression or burnout don’t subside, even with making some adjustments to your life, then it’s important that you speak to someone. A mental health professional can help you work through the stress and emotions you have dealt with and may be holding on to. They can also provide coping strategies so you may get back to living a joyful life.

    If you or someone you know is a teacher whose mental health has been affected by the Covid pandemic, please reach out to me. I would be happy to discuss treatment options with you.

    SOURCES:

    ​​https://www.edweek.org/leadership/teachers-mental-health-has-suffered-in-the-pandemic-heres-how-districts-can-help/2021

    https://www.kaplanco.com/ii/mental-health-effects-on-educators

    https://www.unicef.org/eca/stories/ten-mental-health-and-well-being-tips-teachers

    Filed Under: COVID, mental health, teacher



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