End of the School Year and Mental Health
As the school year draws to a close and summer approaches, mental health challenges can emerge for students and their families. The end of the school year brings a mix of excitement and anxiety. The last month is filled with fun activities but also exams and deadlines that can increase stress and burnout. For some students, the joy of the end of the year is overshadowed by concerns over the loss of daily structure and social connections. The lack of routine of summer vacation can be especially challenging to students who thrive on consistency. Parents and caregivers play a crucial role in supporting their child’s mental health during the transition and summer months. Encouraging open communication and providing a balanced, consistent schedule of activities will increase feelings of normalcy and lesson feelings of stress and isolation.