Healthy Minds - Happy Kids

Healthy Minds-Happy Kids Event Information

The inaugural Healthy Minds-Happy Kids Day kicked-off May 7, 2011 in Flint with free food, games, and helpful resources. Fun was had by all the several children and adults who attended. Check back for future Healthy Minds-Happy Kids events in your area.

What is Healthy Minds-Happy Kids?

Healthy Minds - Happy Kids Day is an annual event created by Consumer Services, Inc. and Taylor Life Center to recognize National Children's Mental Health Awareness Day in May. The purpose of the event is to provide an opportunity where parents and their children can spend time together, as well as equip parents with information to help their children recognize his or her emotions.

It is common for a child to demonstrate their emotions through his or her actions without real understanding or recognition of the emotion. A child may give their parent a hug, a kiss, or draw a picture to show their happiness, and love. However, sometimes their emotions act out through violence, anger, or withdrawing. Unfortunately, their emotions and moods can frequently go unrecognized, and parents, teachers, and other adults only notice the child’s actions and not understand why the child is acting in a violent or angry manner.

It is important parents understand why their child may be acting differently. Unlike adults, children sometimes have a more difficult time understanding his or her emotions, and why he or she acts violently or angry.

We strongly encourage parents to talk with their children, and participate in activities their children enjoy. Creating a bond with a child provides an opportunity for him or her to feel more comfortable talking, and properly recognizing their emotions about a situation.

If you feel your child has become more violent, disobedient, angry, or withdrawn, contact a local Taylor Life Center today or call (866) 975-2995. Our therapists will help you and your child together discover the cause of their emotions, how to understand and react, as well as help restore balance, positive emotions, and better relationships.