Healthy Youth

Positive relationships at a young age can make all the difference moving forward in life. When your kids surround themselves with healthy people, they’ll be in better situations, make better choices and have a better life. Talk to them about what healthy relationships are and how they’re built.

Healthy Youth: Conversation Starters

  • When do you feel the best in the day? In the week? In the year?
  • Where do you go to center yourself and recharge?
  • How are you feeling today?
  • Share a story about mental health that you or someone you love has experienced.
  • What kinds of activities fuel you?
  • What do you do to destress?
  • What activities do you look forward to?
  • How do/can you avoid using substances to cope?
  • Share a story about how physical health has improved your mental health.
  • Who do you see as a healthy role model?
  • Who inspires you?
  • Who or what makes you feel supported?
  • How do you connect with others on a deeper level?
  • Share a story about a friendship, romance and family unit you admire.
  • Are you comfortable asking for help if you need it?
  • Who do you feel comfortable reaching out to if you need help?
  • Do you feel comfortable reaching out to others who you sense may be struggling?
  • Share a story about a time you asked for help.
  • Share a story about a time you offered help to someone else.

https://sourcesofstrength.org/

https://www.pnasurvey.org/ExploreData#HealthyLifestyle

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