November is Child Mental Health Awareness Month. In honor of this month, it’s important to recognize any issues your child might be having or to open up the conversation about kids and mental health. Did you know that sending your child to summer camp can do wonders for their self esteem, confidence and mental health? Let us tell you how:
Resiliency Gives Kids Encouragement
Children who attend summer camp gain a sense of resiliency when they face new challenges like learning how to build a fire or climb a high mountain. At camp, they will experience a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to take safe risks and learn from them whether they succeed or fail.
Confidence Helps Children Overcome Challenges
Summer camp can do wonders for a child’s self-esteem. At camp, they learn a "can-do" attitude, which is a trait many parents want to instill in their kids. Summer camps provide plenty of opportunities for kids to face new challenges and build their self-confidence through the daily achievements they make.
Independence Builds Character In Children
Children can learn how to do things for themselves at camp without their parents supervising them. They learn to become self-reliant, taking care of their every day personal needs. That helps them feel that a sense of responsibility has been delegated to them, making them feel important and good about themselves.
These are just a few ways that camp can help your child feel great about themselves. At Camp Tioga, your child will also learn the importance of developing social skills and making friends, which impacts a child’s mental health greatly. For information on how Camp Tioga can help your child develop socially and emotionally, visit our website or give us a call at 516.938.0894.
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