Guideline 6: Provide comprehensive support systems that focus on peer and parent-child relations, and academic performance

Best practice guidelines for mental health promotion programs: Children & Youth

Help develop comprehensive support systems that focus on peer and parent-child relations, and academic performance, by:

• identifying populations(s) of concern
• facilitating the development or improvement of a strong support network for the population(s) of concern, including emotional, social and physical support, through school, community and health services
• providing tangible assistance, such as financial support, transportation.

Examples include:

• counselling, reassurance and sympathetic listening.
• caring and supportive relationships by family, friends and service providers
• transportation to group sessions 
• childcare.

Programs that incorporate Guideline 6 are:

• The School Mental Health Program (SMHP)
• Substance Abuse Program for African Canadian and Caribbean Youth (SAPACCY)
• The Yale–New Haven Primary Prevention Program
• Miyupimaatisiiuwin Wellness Curriculum (MWC)
• Gatehouse Project
• Olweus Bullying Prevention Program (OBPP)
• Strengthening Families for the Future (SFF)

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