While spring and summer offer much-needed breaks from academic pressures, they can bring up challenges for children and teens managing mental health conditions. Creating a plan for continuous care can help maintain progress and emotional well-being.
Why mental health support matters during school breaks
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, consistency leads to better mental health outcomes. And keeping a routine is especially critical during unstructured time.
The Child Mind Institute shares that children with anxiety, ADHD, and mood disorders may struggle with transitions when routines change. With that insight in mind, Beyond Healthcare understands that mental health support should stick around even when school is out.
Tips to manage mental health medication
School breaks can disrupt mental health medication routines if you don’t pay close attention. Since missing doses or changing administration times can lead to setbacks, it’s important to consider these tips:
- Use smartphone reminders to stick to your schedule
- Request vacation overrides from your pharmacy if needed
- Discuss any temporary medication adjustments with your provider before the school break
- Keep medications clearly labeled in their original containers
These steps will give your child the stability that steady, supervised mental health medication management is known to bring.
How Beyond Healthcare can help
Curious about what downtime will look like when school is out? Beyond Healthcare offers several options to help Ohio families access mental health support throughout spring and summer break. These options include:
- Modified schedules that accommodate vacation plans
- Flexible check-ins for mental health medication management
- Summer youth programs with engaging therapeutic activities
By treating mental health care as a year-round necessity, families can help their children stay resilient and maintain progress through breaks and transitions. Our team is proud to play even a supporting role in making that happen.
Need help creating a mental health continuity plan? Contact us today or call 1-888-714-3162 to discuss how we can support your family’s specific needs.
