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ADD and Anxiety - Strategies for School Success Preschool-Grade 12"A rising number of students are experiencing anxiety in their personal lives and at school. Coupling symptoms of Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) to anxiety makes school even more difficult for these students." See the presentation of this 2018... -
An 18-Hour Day - Which Hat Do I Wear? Teacher or Principal? Kindergarten-Grade 12Martha Havens examines the complexity and addresses the challenges of educational administrators who hold a teacher-principal role. This article suggests survival skills and management suggestions for simplifying the task. -
Being Outdoors - What Educators Can Learn from Cross Disciplinary Research on the Benefits of the Outdoors on Health Kindergarten-Lifelong"This article aims to highlight research conducted examining the effect the outdoors has on people, particularly our mental, physical, social and spiritual elements of health." -
Body, Mind & Spirit Bible Text Summary Kindergarten-Grade 12A list of Bible texts covering the topics of body, mind and spirit. They are arranged to focus on how each of the areas affect our relationship with God. -
Choosing a Healthy Lifestyle Tertiary-LifelongThis article explores health issues taught in Adventist schools such as Stress Management, Spiritual Fitness, Weight Management, and other programs such as Smoking and Suicide Prevention Programs. There is also a 2010... -
Clergy Wholeness Study – How Occupational Distress, Depression, and Social Support Inform the Health of Clergy Tertiary-Lifelong"It has been shown that the rate of clergy occupational distress and depression is increasing. This study examines occupational distress, social support, mental health, and spiritual wholeness in Florida clergy. Clergy in our study sample exhibited higher... -
Does Mindfulness Have a Place in a Christian School? Kindergarten-Grade 12Mindfulness exercises are gaining popularity as a way for schools to address wellness and mental health challenges in children. Read how Canberra Christian School in Australia explored “the idea of Christian mindfulness, its differences to secular mindfulness,... -
Ellen G. White and Mental Health Tertiary-LifelongThis article presents Ellen White’s understanding of mental health, her personal and family experiences, and her role as a counselor on issues affecting mental health. -
Ellen White and Mental Health Therapeutics Tertiary-LifelongEllen White frequently underscored the vital importance of mental health and she recognized the effect of physical health on the mind. -
How to Teach Reluctant Writers How to Write a Five-Paragraph Essay Grade 6-Grade 12Designed for teachers of below-grade level junior high and high school students, this 2018 NAD convention presentation taught the "structure of a five-paragraph essay and how to get...students to successfully express their ideas on paper using the five-paragraph... -
I Never Thought It Could Happen to Me - Emily’s Journey Through Depression Grade 9-Lifelong"Depression may touch anyone. With proper interventions, its grip can be loosened." -
In Search of a Better Story - Teaching Wisdom to Build Wellbeing in an Increasingly Complex World Kindergarten-LifelongThroughout history, seeking wisdom has been integral in the pursuit of a fulfilling, good life. How does this look in our changing, complex world today? -
JAE Editorial: From AIDS to Adolescent Fitness Kindergarten-LifelongAn overview of the range of topics addressed in this special edition on health and Seventh-day Adventist schools. The editors include previously unpublished research done in Adventist schools on issues from adolescent fitness to teachers personal health. Articles... -
Judy Clements - Dialogue with an Adventist Administrator and Educator in the United Kingdom Tertiary-Lifelong“Motivated by a desire to effect change and to transform lives,” Ms. Clements has found great satisfaction in being in a “position of influence to make a significant positive impact on the lives of individuals from all walks of life.” -
Living with Mental Illness in the Adventist School System Preschool-Grade 12View the presentation of this 2018 NAD convention breakout session in which a high school student and his mother (also a teacher/administrator) shared a "true-to-life depiction of a student and family navigating through the [Adventist] schooling system... -
Lonely but Not Depressed Tertiary-Lifelong"Loneliness can be the stimulus for being closer to God, growing emotionally and spiritually, and advancing in what that God would have us do in life." -
Making Mental Health a Priority in Adventist Schools Grade 9-TertiarySchools that make mental health a priority will be in the best position to fulfill the church’s mission by implementing a holistic program that helps students emotionally, academically, and spiritually. Read this article for practical tips on how to... -
Managing Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD) from a Christian School's Perspective Kindergarten-Grade 12Oppositional Defiance Disorder “is a serious juvenile mental health concern causing extreme distress to both parents and educators. This paper has been written from a Christian perspective and describes the criteria for a diagnosis as well as its incidence.... -
Mental Health - The ABS's of Emotions Kindergarten-Grade 12"How can teachers help students understand their emotions but still teach? How can a teacher handle emotional breakdowns in the classroom?" The handout and presentation from this 2018 NAD convention workshop provide "practical applications to... -
Mental Health - What You Don't Know CAN KILL YOU (or Someone You Love) Kindergarten-LifelongThis handout from a 2018 NAD convention breakout session lists "incredible resource for parents, teachers, administrators, and those who suffer from a mental illness." -
NAD Mental Health Training Toolkit for Educators Kindergarten-Tertiary"Equipping educators with the right tools to support children/students and their families who are experiencing personal problems. This toolkit is intended to awaken awareness, and not to train educators to diagnose or treat any mental health condition." -
Preventing Adolescent Suicide - The Role of the School Kindergarten-Grade 12Beginning with reference to a personal encounter with suicide in her family, Dora Clarke-Pine examines the sensitive topic of teen suicide by discussing risk factors, warning signs, and suicide prevention. Elements of prevention covered in this article include... -
Proof Positive - How to Reliably Combat Disease and Achieve Optimal Health Through Nutrition and Lifestyle Grade 12-Lifelong"This 560-page book tells, in easy-to-understand language, how to fight disease and achieve optimal health through proper lifestyle and nutrition. Offers outstanding resource material and is packed with eye-catching visual aids." Helpful resource... -
Quality Control in College Counseling Services - A Team Approach Tertiary-LifelongThis article discusses evaluation obstacles in student services, growth and development of college counseling services, approaches to evaluation, and four qualitative evaluation strategies, which include: team review; case presentation approach; survey method; and focus groups. -
Seven Secrets of Mental Power in the Writings of Ellen G. White Tertiary-Lifelong"The examination of the 'seven secrets' has shown that the revelations given to Ellen White regarding the concept of mental power are practical, scientifically reasonable, and, in general, ahead of her time." -
Shattered by Death, Strengthened by Hope - A Christian Perspective of Grief Tertiary-LifelongRoberts reminds that grief is necessary for mental well-being. For Christians "the resurrection provides an ending point for grief" because Christ is the one who holds the keys of death and the grave. "Christian health care workers need to understand... -
Shattered Dreams - God's Unexpected Pathway to Joy Grade 9-LifelongIf God loves me, why does life hurt so much? Counselor and author Larry Crabb writes about experiencing a joy-filled encounter with Christ, a life-arousing community with others, and a powerful transformation of our interior worlds that makes us more like... -
Shifting Our Lens - Practical Trauma-informed Approaches for Educators Kindergarten-Grade 12"Social-emotional learning. Diversity and inclusion. Trauma-informed education. These are buzzwords in education today, with interest growing as educators seek to support students and families amidst the realities of COVID-19’s ongoing ramifications.... -
Solving Your People Problems Kindergarten-LifelongThe article describes factors that increase the incidence of stress, including causes of interpersonal stress, cultural and regional differences, dealing with school boards, improving communication, improving interpersonal skills, and learning new interpersonal skills. -
Special-needs Children and Mental Health Preschool-TertiaryOne in three students with special needs also needs mental health care. This article identifies and reviews three mental-health disorders commonly found among children: Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Separation Anxiety Disorder (SAD), and... -
Taking Charge of Your Health Tertiary-Lifelong"The 'preventive lifestyle culture' places a certain responsibility on the individual for his or her life and health. No longer do we consider health as simply an absence of disease, or living longer. Vitality, optimal health, and wellness have very similar... -
TEACH Editorial Vol 12 Issue 2: Wellbeing Kindergarten-TertiaryThe overall wellbeing of today's children and adolescents is a concern. In this editorial, Perry introduces a new feature, Wellbeing Notes. Additional articles in this issue include: Watch... -
TEACH Editorial Vol 14 Issue 1: Learning From a Pandemic LifelongIn this editorial, Perry references recent studies while writing of what new knowledge has emerged from the covid-19 pandemic. Additional articles include: Being... -
Teacher Mental Health - Let's Be Real! Kindergarten-LifelongPresented by the director of Andrews University's International Center For Trauma Education & Care, this 2021 virtual teachers' convention for educators in Canada recording addresses the following questions: "We worry and are intentional about the... -
Teaching With the 'Affect Turn' in Mind - Connecting Theory with Practice Kindergarten-Grade 8“Understanding affect is fundamental to helping learners understand why they have certain feelings, and is essential in today’s classroom.” -
The Effects of Religion on Mental Health - Implications for Seventh-day Adventists Tertiary-LifelongBailey assess[es] associations between religious orientation, denominational loyalty, religious commitment and purpose in life in a social work program including Adventists and non-Adventists. -
The Influence of the Pandemic on Mental Health Tertiary-Lifelong"Soon after COVID infections became widespread, all over the world, psychiatric clinics started seeing people who did not have a previous mental illness but who were affected by the psychological problems caused by the pandemic." -
The Lift Project - Lift Your Mood and Your Life Preschool-LifelongEnjoy 10 fascinating lessons introducing scientifically proven ways to life your mood and your life, shared by Dr. Darren Morton, Lifestyle Medicine expert and Avondale College professor. Lesson 1 is freely available, while the rest require a paid account. -
Tips - Six Ways to Increase Your Self Esteem Kindergarten-Grade 12Consider these suggestions on how to increase your self esteem - for teachers and students. -
Trauma Informed Educating Kindergarten-TertiaryThis general session from the 2021 virtual teacher's convention for educators from Canada focuses on "understanding the impact of trauma and toxic stress on the brain. Come and learn to create an environment for restoration and healing. Practical perspectives... -
Understanding Suicide - Warning Signs, Prevention, and Coping with Loss Grade 5-LifelongSuicide is an ever-increasing option for students in pain. This 2012 NAD Teachers Convention seminar includes information about loss by suicide from both a personal and school perspective. An additional handout shares statistics and data recognizing the signs... -
Vegetarian Nutrition Information Grade 5-LifelongSponsored by the Andrews University Nutrition Department, this site provides a wealth of information on vegetarian nutrition topics, from news bytes to position papers, texts and research. Topics include: foods (soy, whole grains, dairy, coffee, herbs), chronic... -
Wellbeing Notebook - Growing Wellbeing Kindergarten-Grade 12“As schools are looking to offer post-COVID education they need to recognise students at risk and help those who are struggling with their mental health and consequent low levels of personal wellbeing in a very important way.” -
When a Parent has a Mental Illness 0-2 years-LifelongThis article looks at the effects of living with a parent with a mental illness and how to take care of yourself and your relationships. -
Working with Social Media - Awareness and Cautions Tertiary-Lifelong"The potential of digital technologies can be fully used only when people understand their benefits and are able to manage them in their practical life. This means using them intelligently, knowing that one cannot depend on social media to shape one’s... -
Your Health is in Your Hands Tertiary-LifelongWant some tips on how to take better care of yourself? This article gives you 10 global risk factors to human health, what you can do to reduce or eliminate risks, and interventions to increase wellness in your life. -
Youth Alive - Building Resilience Against At-risk Behaviors Grade 7-Tertiary"Promoting healthful behaviors during adolescence and taking steps to better protect young people from health risks are critical to preventing health problems in adulthood."