How do you support your kids through the stress of military life?

2021-04-13T09:26:41-04:00

Just like adults, children can struggle with change. Military children may experience extra stress and are at a higher risk of developing mental health concerns. If you are noticing uncommon changes in your military child's behavior, it might be helpful to reach out for support.

Possible indicators can include:

- developmental regression (e.g. bedwetting)
- sleep problems
- excessive worry
- anger
- decrease interest in favorite activities
- risk-taking behaviors in teenagers (e.g. experimenting with drugs or alcohol)

Cohen Veterans Network offers counseling for transitional challenges, anxiety, depression & more for children/teens.

Response by Lt Col Charlie Brown made Apr 13 at 2021 9:31 AM

2021-04-13T09:31:47-04:00

Build a strong family and model resiliency. Don't be afraid to get help if you need it

Response by SGT David A. 'Cowboy' Groth made Apr 13 at 2021 10:22 AM

2021-04-13T10:22:21-04:00

Since I was in the Guard , my son had not stress, just my wife did, but we had a great support group at the Armory she could rely on, plus some of the neighbor kids had parents in the Guard also Cohen Veterans Network

Response by PVT Mark Zehner made Apr 13 at 2021 11:12 AM

2021-04-13T11:12:04-04:00

Thank you for the information!

Response by Lt Col John (Jack) Christensen made Apr 13 at 2021 8:00 PM

2021-04-13T20:00:18-04:00

Those PCS's are tough on teens, especially girls.

Response by SSG Edward Tilton made Apr 14 at 2021 4:24 PM

2021-04-14T16:24:41-04:00

You are creating anxiety. Let the kids grow up

Response by Cpl James R. " Jim" Gossett Jr made Apr 14 at 2021 5:53 PM

2021-04-14T17:53:23-04:00

BE THERE FOR THEM..