I.I. Begin with Self

• Learning: Dive into the multifaceted nature of self-care. Recognize signs of neglect and explore the eight domains of self-care.
• Benefits: Emphasizing self-care equips you to manage stress and model healthy behaviors. Develop a holistic self-care routine that addresses physical, emotional, financial, and other aspects of well-being.

II. Assess the Situation

• Learning: Gain insights into the adolescent brain, identify signs of mental illness, and understand how to prioritize actions and medication management.
• Benefits: Better support your child’s development and mental health needs. Knowledge of teen brain development fosters patience and effective responses to behaviors.

III. Strategize a Plan

• Learning: Recognize mental health crises, leverage school resources, understand the role of Intensive Outpatient Programs, and set SMART goals.
• Benefits: Create actionable plans that support your child's mental health and educational needs with effective crisis management and goal-setting strategies.

IV. Implement the Plan

• Learning: Build resilience, master effective communication techniques, and create a supportive environment at home.
• Benefits: Foster resilience in your children, enhance their ability to cope with adversity, strengthen the parent-child bond, and promote overall development.

V. Celebrate the Wins

• Learning: Cultivate gratitude, practice the art of savoring positive experiences, and foster an optimistic outlook.
• Benefits: Recognize and celebrate small victories to contribute to a positive family atmosphere. Improve mental health and encourage a growth mindset in both parents and children.

VI. Create Structure

• Learning: Understand the importance of structure, use technology to support routine development, and address the unique challenges of single parenting.
• Benefits: Discover how structure can reduce anxiety and improve functionality. Utilize apps to simplify daily routines and gain insights into overcoming unique obstacles as a single parent.