{"id":49927,"date":"2026-06-01T10:06:25","date_gmt":"2026-06-01T14:06:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/andysowards.com\/blog\/?p=49927"},"modified":"2026-06-01T10:06:26","modified_gmt":"2026-06-01T14:06:26","slug":"how-to-be-more-aware-of-your-childs-mental-state","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/andysowards.com\/blog\/2026\/how-to-be-more-aware-of-your-childs-mental-state\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Be More Aware of Your Child\u2019s Mental State"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Being a child isn\u2019t easy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We sometimes compare our own childhoods to the life children have now, and it seems like it\u2019s full of luxury. They get to do things and experience things we didn\u2019t even dream of. Phones are miles away from what was available twenty years ago, and other devices and technology seem incredible when you compare them to what used to be around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But modern childhood is also very stressful. Most children now experienced some of their formative years in lockdown, which means that they spent at least a year unable to properly associate with friends and family. They also have threats and concerns that simply didn\u2019t exist when we were children.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How can parents identify when their children are struggling, and how can we help?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Spend Time With Your Child<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most obvious ways to be more aware of your child\u2019s experiences is to spend time with them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In recent years, the \u201ciPad kid\u201d has reigned supreme. Parenting is difficult, so it\u2019s easy to just stick your kid in front of a screen and keep them distracted. But this isn\u2019t spending time with your child. You\u2019re both ignoring each other and focusing on separate screens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead, parents should spend time talking to their kids and doing things with them. Don\u2019t let <a href=\"https:\/\/andysowards.com\/blog\/2017\/kid-tech-addictions-early-warning-signs-prevent\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">screen time<\/a> become the default parent.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your kid likes gaming, then play video games with them. Show them your hobbies. Go for walks, try gardening, play sports, go out for the day, whatever. The activity itself isn\u2019t as important as the time you spend together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you spend time with your child, you get to know their baseline. You get used to talking to each other and, if something changes with them, you will notice it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warning Signs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, children aren\u2019t a constant. They change as they grow. But there\u2019s a difference between normal development, including teenage grumpiness, and the warning signs of mental health issues or even <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nspcc.org.uk\/keeping-children-safe\/spotting-signs-child-abuse\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">abuse<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Any drastic change in behaviour is a cause for concern. Your child might become more withdrawn and quiet. They might stop doing things they used to enjoy. On its own, this could be them changing their interests as they grow, but if your child also seems to change other behaviour, it could be a sign of depression or anxiety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In some cases, children actually seem more outgoing. They might act more aggressively and, in cases of sexual abuse, they could even act inappropriately for their age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It can be a good idea to read up about cases of abuse, especially if your child is involved in a religious or community organization. You can find <a href=\"https:\/\/www.injurylawyerteam.com\/illinois-clergy-abuse-lawyer\/archdiocese-of-chicago\/father-james-m-ray\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Father James M. Ray case details<\/a> online, as well as other cases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Importance of Being Approachable<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/councils\/forbesbusinesscouncil\/2026\/03\/24\/why-youth-mental-healthcare-still-starts-too-late-and-how-mental-health-leaders-and-pediatricians-can-help\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"640\" data-src=\"https:\/\/andysowards.com\/blog\/assets\/Why-Youth-Mental-Healthcare-Still-Starts-Too-Late\u2014And-How-Mental-Health-Leaders-And-Pediatricians-Can-Help.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-49928 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/andysowards.com\/blog\/assets\/Why-Youth-Mental-Healthcare-Still-Starts-Too-Late\u2014And-How-Mental-Health-Leaders-And-Pediatricians-Can-Help.webp 960w, https:\/\/andysowards.com\/blog\/assets\/Why-Youth-Mental-Healthcare-Still-Starts-Too-Late\u2014And-How-Mental-Health-Leaders-And-Pediatricians-Can-Help-768x512.webp 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 960px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 960\/640;\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Why Youth Mental Healthcare Still Starts Too Late\u2014And How Mental Health Leaders And Pediatricians Can Help<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>What if you do notice these warning signs?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best ways parents can protect their children is to be approachable. Children can be afraid to talk about abuse or other concerns because they think they\u2019ll get into trouble.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you make it clear that your children can talk to you about anything, and set a pattern, they\u2019ll find it easier to come to you for help. Even older teenagers will fall back to the support of their parents when they need to, as long as you make it clear that they have the option.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Being a child isn\u2019t easy.&nbsp; We sometimes compare our own childhoods to the life children have now, and it seems like it\u2019s full of luxury. 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