08/26/2026
🎒💙 The Three C’s for Parents & Guardians: Supporting Mental Health This School Year
Welcome to a new school year! As students navigate new routines, friendships, academic pressures, and challenges, parents and guardians can play an important role in supporting their mental health and well-being.
NAMI’s Three C’s offer a simple way to stay connected:
🔎 GET CURIOUS
Notice changes in your child’s behavior and create space for conversation. Ask open-ended questions, listen without judgment, and explore what they may be experiencing together.
📝 GET CONCRETE
Use activities like 10 Questions on a Tuesday or A Week of Wellness to make conversations about mental health more comfortable, reduce stigma, and build resilience and self-care skills.
đź’™ STAY COMPASSIONATE
Let your child know they are heard and supported. Try phrases like, “Thank you for telling me that” and “We’re in this together.” Listen, avoid assumptions, and give them time and space to share.
Resources here: www.nami.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/The-Three-Cs-for-Parents-2026.pdf
Small moments of connection can make a big difference. This school year, let’s keep the conversation about mental health going. 💙
📞 NAMI HelpLine: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)
📱 Text: “helpline” to 62640