Emotional Wellness - Taking Care of YOU
Supporting young people as they learn and grow can be complicated in the best of times. Add troubling global events and any personal struggles to the mix and keeping the young people in your life healthy and happy can seem overwhelming.
Did you know?
Up to 75% of mental health challenges emerge during adolescence. *
One in five teens has had a serious mental health disorder at some point in their life. *
38% of adolescent victims reported that they were emotionally distressed as a result of being harassed on the internet. *
Becoming a Girl Scout means tapping into a supportive group of people who uplift you every step of the way. When it comes to caring for your mental wellness, the new Girl Scouts Mental Wellness patch program reminds you that you’re never alone in facing challenges and further invites you to dive into and understand your emotions. You can do this by participating in activities, such as making art or writing poetry, that foster resilience and help you to better understand your world. No matter the season, never doubt your ability to rise up, and remember—you got this.
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