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How do Parents Affect their Child’s Mental Health? - Jennifer Powers NYC
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How do Parents Affect their Child’s Mental Health? by Jennifer Powers | Mar 23, 2022 | Family, Jennifer Powers, Parenting
Several different things can affect a child’s mental health. Some are out of parents’ control, such as economic and social factors, but some factors such as parental care and support may impact the child’s mental health significantly. This post will explore some possible ways in which parents may affect their children’s mental health.
Being a Victim of Violence, Neglect, or Abuse at Home. It can be difficult for children to talk about what happens at home. It’s not beyond the realms of possibility for children to be told to be quiet or ignored by their parents. This can have a significant impact on their mental health.
Parents Being Divorced or Separated. A child may suffer anxiety and depression due to their parents being divorced or separated. The parent they live with may not have the time or energy to cater to all of the https://jenniferpowers.me/how-do-parents-affect-their-childs-mental-health/
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