General Resources
< Mental Health Resources for Educators“The Lord Himself goes before you and will be with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.” Deuteronomy 31:8
Teachers are such an essential part of our education system. Tending to the needs of the children/students, staff, parents, and local constituent members are just a few of the responsibilities in their job description. To help support the mental health of students and faculty, and staff, we have collected mental health resources, such as videos, suggested books, and websites, and mental health organizations to get you started on this mental health journey. Don’t forget to enroll in the North American Division Mental Health Training Course and Strategies for Educators.
Adventist Possibility Ministries
AU International Center for Trauma Education & Care
- Website
- Instagram: au_traumacenter
- https://www.facebook.com/andrewsuniversitytraumacare
North American Division REACH Website
North American Division Office of Education Webinars
- Conquering Emotional Challenges During COVID Times | NAD Dashboard/Webinars
- Ways Teachers Can Prepare Themselves To Teach Amid COVID-19 and More, | ALC
- Putting on Your Trauma Lens: Responding to Childhood Adversity, Dr. Heather Forkey | ALC
- How to Handle the Emotional Rollercoaster of the Pandemic | ALC
- Sharpen up Your Social-Emotional Learning Skills, Ingrid Weiss Slikkers & ICTEC Team of Clinical Interns | Vimeo
North American Division One Team Mental Health
Youth Alive
Social Media and Mental Health
- Protect Your Children on Social Media – Digital Guide by Dr. Efraín, DMIN, LMFT | Children’s, Family and Singles’ Ministries at the Florida Conference of Seventh-day Adventist Church
- The Social Dilemma: Social Media and Your Mental Health | Putting People First in Mental Health/McLean Harvard Medical School Affiliates
- Anxiety, loneliness and Fear of Missing Out: The impact of social media on young people’s mental health by Rhys Edmonds | Centre for Mental Health
Social-Emotional Resources
- I Have so Many Feelings by Markita Staples and Julie Kaufmann
- My Sister’s Super Skills: Introducing Kid-Friendly Social and Emotional Skills by Laureen Mosback (Ages 4-9)
- Activities for Building Character and Social-Emotional Learning Grades PreK–K by Katia S. Petersen, Ph.D.
- Merrell’s Strong Start—Pre-K: A Social and Emotional Learning Curriculum, Second Edition by Sara A. Whitcomb, PhD. & Danielle M. Parisi Damico, Ph.D.
- 180 Days of Social-Emotional Learning for Kindergarten by Jodene Smith & Brenda Van Dixhorn (Ages 5-6)
- 180 Days of Social-Emotional Learning for First Grade by Kris Hinrichsen & Kayse Hinrichsen (Ages 6-7)
- 180 Days of Social-Emotional Learning for Second Grade by Kris Hinrichsen (Ages 7-8)
- 180 Days of Social-Emotional Learning for Third Grade by Kristin Kemp (Ages 8-9)
- 180 Days of Social-Emotional Learning for Fourth Grade by Kristin Kemp (Ages 9-10)
- 180 Days of Social-Emotional Learning for Fifth Grade by Kayse Hinrichsen (Ages 10-11)
- 180 Days of Social-Emotional Learning for Sixth Grade by Jennifer Edgerton (Ages 11-12)
- Feelings and Emotions Flash Cards Bundle – 100 Emotion Development Educational Photo Cards – 7 Starter Learning Games for the Classroom, Therapy, Speech Therapy Materials & Special Education Supplies
- Handbook of Social and Emotional Learning: Research and Practice by Joseph A. Durlak, Celene E. Domitrovich, Roger P. Weissber & Thomas P. Gullotta
- The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens Workbook, Sean Covey
- Mini Habits for Teens: Small Changes to Help You Navigate Life’s Challenges by Kate Gladdin
- Social Skills for Teens: How to Build Self-Esteem, Confidence, and Become Your Best Self by Discover Presss
- ON THE EDGE: Help & hope for parenting children with mental illness by Andrea Berryman Childreth
- God Loves Me and All My Feelings by Tara J. VinCross, DMin
- All About Feelings by Falicity Brooks
- What are Feelings? by Usborne
- Expression Puzzle Building Blocks – Preschool Puzzle Game by SEZN
Books
- Managing the Inner World of Teaching: Emotions, Interpretations, and Actions by Robert J. Marzano and Jana S. Marzano
- Coaching for Educator Wellness: A Guide to Supporting New and Experienced Teachers by Tina H. Boogreen
- I Am Not Sick I don’t Need Help! How to Help Someone with Mental Illness Accept Treatment by Xavier Amador, Ph.D.
- Understanding Mental Illness: A Comprehensive Guide to Mental Health Disorders for Family and Friends by Carlin Barnes, MD
- Mental Toughness: A Simple Guide to Managing Stress and Overcoming Adversity by Edward Langway
- The Awkward Armadillo: A Mental Health Memoir by Aimee Laron
- Finding Jesus in the Storm: The Spiritual Loves of Christians with Mental Health Challenges by John Swinton
- Are You Really OK?: Getting Real About Who You Are, How You’re Doing, and Why It Matters by Debra Fileta
- Grace for the Afflicted: A Clinical and Biblical Perspective on Mental Illness by Matthew S. Stanford
- Switch On Your Brain: The Key to Peak Happiness, Thinking, and Health by Dr. Caroline Leaf
- Walking on Water When You Feel Like You’re Drowning: Finding Hope in Life’s Darkest Moments by Tommy Nelson
- Seeing Beautiful Again: 50 Devotions to Find Redemption in Every Part of Your Story by Lysa Terkeurst
- Christ on the Psych Ward by David Finnegan-Hosey
- Breathwork: A 3-Week Breathing Program to Gain Clarity, Calm, and Better Health by Valarie Moselle
Articles
- Adolescent Mental Health, WHO Mental Health Resources
- 28 Mental Health Activities, Worksheets & Books for Adults & Students, Positive Psychology.com
- Stigma, Discrimination and Mental Illness, Bettter Health Channel
- The Gospel and Mental Health, North American Division Seventh-day Adventist Church
Sermons
- A DIY Guide to Better Mental Health: Saving Your Sanity by Pastor Dwight Nelson (Podcast)
- Mental Health Meltdown by Pastor Dwight Nelson (Podcast)
- I’m not okay… but Jesus is by Louie Giglio (YouTube)
- Overcoming Anxiety & Depression Pt. 1 by Dr. Robert L. Terrelonge- Linden SDA Church
Youth Mental Health First Aid Training for Educators
- Youth Mental Health First Aid – Mental Health First “is a skills-based training course that teaches participants about mental health and substance-use issues.” It teaches to identify, understand, and respond. www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org
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