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Mental Health

Head Start programs support the mental health of children, families, and staff every day. Early childhood mental health is the same as social and emotional well-being. It is a child’s developing capacity to express and regulate emotions, form trusting relationships, explore, and learn—all in the cultural context of family and community. The mental health of children and the adults that care for them is essential for school readiness.

Teaching Your Child About Feelings

Helping children recognize and name how they feel can make a big difference in how they express their feelings and how they behave.

Taking Care of Yourself

Taking care of yourself is important for responding well to a child’s challenging behavior.

How Mental Health Consultants Support Child Care Programs

Infant and early childhood mental health consultants work with the adults in children’s lives to support social-emotional development. Learn how a child care program can benefit from working with a mental health consultant.

Talking to Children About Parental Substance Use

This Sesame Street in Communities webinar shares resources and strategies Head Start programs and staff can use to support children and families affected by addiction, in big and small ways.

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