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How Summer Camps Are Dealing With Mental Health - The New …

(2 days ago) WEBOf the 2,200 children and teens who attend NJY camps in the summer, around 20 percent take medication for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and 15 …

https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/06/health/summer-camp-mental-health.html

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Reframing Mental Health at Camp American Camp …

(8 days ago) WEBMental health at camp has always been a challenge. But for many camps, it wasn’t until worldwide stressors started piling up in 2020 that this challenge became overwhelming. In 2021, the Anxiety and Depression …

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/reframing-mental-health-camp

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Healthy Inside and Out: the Role of Mental Health Counseling at …

(Just Now) WEBSummer camp administrators need to provide mental health treatment services. They need to develop mental wellness training for their counselors too. This …

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/healthy-inside-out-role-mental-health-counseling-summer-camp

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Summer Camp After COVID: The Benefits of Camp on …

(5 days ago) WEBThe Many Benefits of Summer Camp . Summer camp was first introduced in the late 1800s as a boys' getaway from a world that was becoming increasingly urbanized. As we now know well, time spent in …

https://www.verywellmind.com/summer-camp-after-covid-the-benefits-of-camp-on-kids-and-parents-mental-health-5425555

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Overnight Camp & The Brain: The Hidden Benefits of a …

(2 days ago) WEBDecreased Screen Time: In addition to increasing physical activity, most overnight camps are technology-free and thus decrease campers’ screen time. There’s nothing like seeing your phone on visiting day and finding …

https://mapp.mgh.harvard.edu/overnight-camp-the-brain-the-hidden-benefits-of-a-summer-spent-in-cabins/

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Managing mental health issues at summer camp

(5 days ago) WEBAbsolutely not! Camp directors know that the youth mental health environment has changed dramatically in recent years, and many are equipped to handle children with a variety of diagnoses and challenges. …

https://nhcamps.org/For-Parents/Advice-For-Parents/managing-mental-health-issues-at-summer-camp

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The Effects of Summertime Experiences on Children's Development

(5 days ago) WEBIn this chapter, we review what is known about how summer affects the development of children and youth across the four domains in the committee's charge …

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK552668/

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Are the Kids All Right? Ask the Camp Directors.

(6 days ago) WEBThe American Camp Association plans to gather data on the emotional experiences of campers and camp staff this summer and will release its findings for schools and other organizations by late fall.

https://www.nytimes.com/2021/08/12/nyregion/coronavirus-summer-camp-mental-health.html

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Boosting the Mind: The Top Mental Health Benefits of …

(7 days ago) WEB2. Facilitates Mental Stimulation and Physical Activity. Today, the typical fun activities that children participate include playing games, social media socialization, or watching movies. Digital trends limit physical and …

https://www.campexperts.com/blog/boosting-the-mind-the-top-mental-health-benefits-of-summer-camp/

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How Do Summer Programs Influence Outcomes for Children and …

(5 days ago) WEBThe committee found no evidence that summer detrimentally effects the mental health of children and youth. Indeed, summer is a time when children and youth …

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK552656/

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Mindfulness and Self-Regulation in a Summer Camp Setting: An …

(7 days ago) WEBGuidelines for pediatric mental/behavioral health promotion call for preventative mental health services (Melnyk & Jensen, 2013).Previous studies have found mindfulness an effective approach to addressing self-regulation/behavior and pediatric health concerns (Flever, Celis-de Hoyos, Tezanos, & Singh, 2016; Lack, Brown, & …

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0882596320306448

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Youth mental health is in crisis. Summer camps help kids unplug

(9 days ago) WEBSocial media is causing a decline in youth mental health. Summer camps provide kids with a space to unplug and reconnect with themselves and nature Girl Scouts at …

https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/other/youth-mental-health-is-in-crisis-summer-camps-help-kids-unplug-and-reconnect-with-nature/ar-BB1mhXDW

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How Summer Camp Helps Develop Your Child's Mental Health …

(6 days ago) WEBSummer camp — day or overnight — provides the opportunity for children to hone in their life-skills and enhance their cognitive and behavioral development. Every year, more than 11 million children in the United States attend camp - 7,000 are resident (overnight) and 5,000 are day camps reports the American Camp Association (ACA).

https://www.medicaldaily.com/how-summer-camp-helps-develop-your-childs-mental-health-and-resilience-246970

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Give Your Kids a Healthy Body and Mind This Summer

(1 days ago) WEBRelate to others by encouraging social interactions and emotional awareness. Make healthy choices about how they eat and play. You can help your kids …

https://www.cdc.gov/healthyschools/features/active_summer.htm

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Summer Camps — Let's Empower, Advocate, and Do Inc.

(6 days ago) WEBAdditional Information for Camp Directors: LEAD can extend the length of CampMHC to five or six hours to provide extra time to practice applying the ABC Action Plan to crisis and …

https://www.leadnow.org/summer-camps

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New Wisconsin summer camp offers camaraderie for middle …

(4 days ago) WEBOCD Wisconsin landed a grant from the Plant a Camp Program, funded by JACK Mental Health Advocacy, to pilot the camp, which the organization hopes to …

https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/education/2024/05/13/new-wisconsin-summer-camp-offers-camaraderie-for-middle-schoolers-with-ocd/72739850007/

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Summer Camp & Your Child's Mental Health - SI Parent

(3 days ago) WEBWe spoke with Alicia Skovera, Executive Director of the American Camp Association of New York and New Jersey to learn how and why summer camp is so important to a child’s mental health and internal development.. Does camp help kids who have trouble making friends or experience social anxiety? Many children struggle with …

https://www.siparent.com/summer-camp-your-childs-mental-health/

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Breakthrough Study from American Camp Association Outlines the …

(6 days ago) WEBAs we address our kids’ mental health, it is critical that every child and young adult gain access to and benefit from high-quality camp experiences. # # # About …

https://www.acacamps.org/news/press-release/breakthrough-study-outlines-benefits-camp-experience

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Summer Camp & Your Child's Mental Health - WCPO 9 News

(5 days ago) WEBUnlock the secrets to a summer camp experience that nurtures your child's physical, social, and mental health! Michelle Hopkins spoke with Dr. Laura Blaisdell, …

https://www.wcpo.com/marketplace/cincylifestyle/summer-camp-your-childs-mental-health

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Summer Camps for Kids With ADHD - Verywell Mind

(6 days ago) WEBPhone: 855-707-CAMP (855-707-2267) Location: High Falls, New York. Camp Nuhop. Camp Nuhop is a residential, week-long summer camp for children ages …

https://www.verywellmind.com/summer-camps-for-kids-with-adhd-20534

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Let's Talk About It Helping students maintain good mental health …

(Just Now) WEBIf your child needs immediate help, you can call the Maine Crisis Hotline at 1-888-568-1112. NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Maine can connect families by phone or text for real-time

https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/other/lets-talk-about-it-helping-students-maintain-good-mental-health-over-the-summer/ar-BB1mvT5H

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Are Schools Too Focused on Mental Health? - The New York Times

(8 days ago) WEBThe researchers point to unexpected results in trials of school-based mental health interventions in the United Kingdom and Australia: In the summer of 2022, the …

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/06/health/mental-health-schools.html

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NBSD S.T.E.A.M. Summer Camp 2023 North Bergen High School

(Just Now) WEBThis past summer, Stephanie Stern-Protz teamed up with Dr. Luis Ramirez to run the 2023 North Bergen STEAM Summer Camp at North Bergen High School. The camp was a …

https://nbhs.northbergen.k12.nj.us/apps/news/article/1804241

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Take control of your mental health this summer - Atlanta News First

(8 days ago) WEBATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - As you start to fall into your busy summer routine, it’s important to keep your mental health in check. Psychologist Paula …

https://www.atlantanewsfirst.com/2024/05/15/take-control-your-mental-health-this-summer/

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The Las Vegas Weekly guide to youth summer camps and …

(9 days ago) WEBBash & Design Summer Art CampAges 5 and up, weekdays May 28-Aug. 16, $80-$576, bashanddesign.com. City of Las Vegas Performing & Visual Art Summer …

https://lasvegasweekly.com/news/2024/may/16/las-vegas-weekly-guide-to-youth-summer-camps/

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A Dad’s Journey To Better Mental Health Macaroni KID National

(5 days ago) WEBWhen I was a 29-year-old father and husband, I was diagnosed with three different mental health conditions at the same time. It was a turbulent time in my life, to …

https://national.macaronikid.com/articles/6642614073556550bb55a94a/a-dads-journey-to-better-mental-health

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Special Needs for Kids in NJ: Special Needs Camps NJ Kids

(8 days ago) WEBStepping Forward Counseling Center Summer Camp. Child Behavioral Therapy Programs and Summer Camp for Children and Young Adults with Behavioral Challenges in New …

https://www.njkidsonline.com/special-needs-guide/special-needs-camps

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Burlington County Holding Free Day Camp for Kids Impacted by

(5 days ago) WEBMEDFORD, NJ — Burlington County has announced the return of Camp Cardinal to help battle against stigmas surrounding mental illness and substance abuse …

https://www.tapinto.net/towns/bordentown/sections/health-and-wellness/articles/burlington-county-holding-free-day-camp-for-kids-impacted-by-substance-abuse

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The six best ways to prepare your kids for summer camp

(8 days ago) WEBJoin us this summer at Lake Cypress Summer Camp at Windermere Preparatory School for a fun-filled summer vacation! Our camp offers a variety of …

https://www.nordangliaeducation.com/wps-florida/news/2024/05/13/the-six-best-ways-to-prepare-your-kids-for-summer-camp

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Easy at-home activities to keep kids moving this summer

(9 days ago) WEBGREENSBORO, N.C. — With summer around the corner, parents are thinking of ways to keep their kids active. Cone Health's Play! Lead Teacher Samantha Ray …

https://www.wfmynews2.com/article/news/health/2-your-well-being/easy-at-home-activities-to-keep-kids-moving-this-summer/83-80af8dda-abf1-4afa-8e48-70ee19bbe2a0

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Mental Health Resources — Tips for Camps - American Camp …

(9 days ago) WEBTop Tips for Camps Establish a mental health support network. Build relationships with community mental health resources prior to your camp season. Have …

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/mental-health-resources-tips-camps

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Newsom Vows Expedited Rollout of Proposition 1 Funds for …

(7 days ago) WEBCalifornia Gov. Gavin Newsom makes an announcement on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, in San Mateo, California. Hammered by mounting pressure to address the …

https://www.kqed.org/news/11986218/newsom-vows-expedited-rollout-of-proposition-1-funds

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Summer Camp at the YMCA! - New Jersey YMCA State Alliance

(2 days ago) WEB908-362-8217. Jake Lasher, Summer Camp Director. 800-686-1166. 460-acres adjacent to the 70,000-acre Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Nestled in the hills of northwestern New Jersey an easy drive from New York City and Philadelphia. Our 600 acres sits along mile-long Fairview Lake in Northwestern New Jersey and adjoins the …

https://www.njymca.org/main/summer-camp-at-the-ymca/

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