Conclusion

Knowledge of mental health illness will make a major difference in how to support youth at home and in the classroom. Having this knowledge will also assist in a collaborative outcome through changing attitudes, the environment and supports at home and in the classroom, benefiting those with a mental health illness and those around them.

It’s necessary for parents and educators to recognise the importance of open and honest communication with each other in order to identify and implement support mechanisms for youth at home and in the classroom.

All of the disorders mentioned in this module, have symptoms that present at home and in the school environment, some the same and others different. Through open and honest communication between teacher and parent, this multi-modal approach can contribute to a quality life for children through their adulthood.

Effective supports come with awareness and a change in attitude towards mental health illness and the necessity of supports at home and in the educational setting, for the student, parent and educator.