During the use of Mentalio, not only the child is being assessed, but also their immediate environment. This is primarily because the environment in which a young person grows up has an enormous impact on their psychological and emotional development. Factors such as family relationships or the atmosphere at school and among peers shape the child's daily experiences and their reactions to stress. This is why collecting data from parents and the school psychologist is so important for the specialist.
Parents know their child's history, habits, relationships with family members, and the context of observed problems. This data is crucial when making a diagnosis and creating a treatment plan that is tailored to the individual needs of the patient. Daily observation of the child's behavior provides current information about progress in therapy or any difficulties that may arise.
Moreover, by participating in the treatment process, parents increase their awareness of mental health, which leads to a more open approach to psychological problems in the future. Expanding knowledge about mental disorders and illnesses and ways of coping with them contributes to their destigmatization, which is crucial for creating a healthy environment that supports the child's recovery.
Equally important is the school environment, where children spend a significant part of their lives. Interactions with teachers and peers have a huge impact on their well-being. Peer violence, excessive educational demands, or lack of support from teachers can negatively affect a child's mental health.
The school psychologist can also provide data that parents may not want to mention, such as information about material and housing conditions, which can have a huge impact on a young person's self-esteem and confidence.
Taking environmental conditions into account in children's psychiatric care allows for a more holistic approach to therapy. This also helps in identifying and eliminating external factors that hinder the healing process, leading to better outcomes of the implemented treatment.
