According to the 2018-2019 National Survey of Children’s Health, 1 out of 4 children and adolescents ages 3-17 in Tennessee are diagnosed with at least one disorder affecting their mental health.[1] The CDC describes mental health as “our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel…Continue Reading
Girls develop decision-making skills as they learn to identify obstacles, analyze situations, and solve problems that consider the well-being of themselves and others. As this year continues into unprecedented territory, girls will be stretched to make decisions based on both personal safety and societal standards. This may be…Continue Reading
Healthy, rewarding relationships are built from empathy, respect, and communication. For girls, the ability to empathize and establish a relationship with others is a key part of growing into strong leaders of tomorrow, and the current social distancing guidelines have made that more important than ever. To continue…Continue Reading
Much of a girl’s self-confidence can be assessed through their emotional regulation, stress management, and impulse control, and mindfulness is key to managing those in a healthy way. While staying at home, girls may run into situations that cause intense reactions or frustrations. A creative way to alleviate…Continue Reading
