Tips On Raising Resilient School Age Children

Raising children doesn't have to be stressful. Check out this newly released video by Westfield Public School that explores ways to avoid unnecessary anxiety or stress in school age children and provides helpful tips for parents.

The video entitled “Resilient School Age Children – Who Are They and How Did They Get There?” was created based on recent presentations to parents by Westfield Director of Counseling, Maureen Mazzarese, who has dedicated her entire 29 year career to student wellness.

Covered in the presentation are skills and coping mechanisms to manage emotions, to become aware of strengths and assets, to problem solve, to be resourceful and reach out to others, and to develop a sense of personal agency.

Watch the video:

Or to watch the video along with recommended resources, such as books and Ted Talks, visit the Parent Tab on the Westfield Public Schools website at http://www.westfieldnjk12.org/pages/Westfield_Town_School_District/Parents/Parent_Resources/Resilent.

(Photo provided: A video entitled “Resilient School Age Children – Who Are They and How Did They Get There?” is available for viewing on the Westfield Public School website. Based on recent presentations to parents, Maureen Mazzarese, Director of Counseling,provides coping skills and mechanisms to avoid unnecessary anxiety or stress in school age children.)

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