NBH Fresno

04/29/2026

If you want more information about supporting your children's mental health we provide parenting support to help with that! Contact us at www.nucleusbehavioralhealth.com or email us at info@nucleusbehavioralhealth.com

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Nucleus Behavioral Health

Supporting Mental Health in Children

Understanding and nurturing children’s mental health is essential for their growth and happiness.

Encourage open conversations about feelings.

Promote healthy routines and playtime.

Provide a safe and supportive environment.



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04/28/2026

Talking about your feelings is the first step to your mental health journey contact us at www.nucleusbehavioralhealth.com for more information!

04/27/2026

Monday Check in Questions from Nucleus Behavioral Health!

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What is exciting you?
Are you relaxing today?
How was your day?
What do you need right now?
Have you drank water/ had food?

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04/24/2026

04/23/2026

Exercise is an amazing addition to any self-care routine, whether its walking, hiking, or some sort of sport, getting out and moving helps with multiple areas connected to stress relief #

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Benefits Of Exercise For Mental Health
1. Reduced Depression- By improving blood flow, exercise can reduce inflammation and fight depression. *picture of brain holding a yellow heart and smiling*
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2. Relieved Anxiety- During exercise, the greatest benefits will come from integrating mind and body. *picture of girl smiling with flowers growing from her brain symbolizing peace of mind*
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3. Diminished Stress- With physical activity, endorphins are released in the brain and muscle tension is relieved. *picture of boy taking a deep breath*
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4. Paying Attention- The released dopamine, norepinephrine, & serotonin by physical activity affects attention and focus. *picture of smiling brain with a lightbulb above them*

04/22/2026

Using identity-first language recognizes, validates, and accepts an autistic person’s identity.

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09/23/2025

https://www.psychiatry.org/News-room/News-Releases/APA-Statement-on-White-House-Announcement-on-Autis

In reaction to today’s White House announcement, the American Psychiatric Association issued the following statement:

09/18/2025

https://www.parents.com/feel-happier-after-watching-spirited-away-there-could-be-a-scientific-reason-for-that-11811229?link_source=ta_first_comment&taid=68ca165d680ba3000171f6ce

A recent study found watching Studio Ghibli movies and playing 'The Legend of Zelda' might actually help young people feel happier and navigate stress.

08/11/2025

The assessment process can be scary, but it shouldn't be! While people think about diagnoses being a product of assessment, it is only ONE of the reasons we do assessment. Assessment can help us all learn more about how your child's brain (or your brain!) works, how to manage things that may be difficult, and how to make the environment a little more friendly for a more fulfilling life!

Does your kid have a psych assessment coming up?

This is a simple way to prepare them.

Learning more about your brain doesn't have to be a scary or negative thing. The more we know, the better we can take care of ourselves.

Yes?

Em 🌈

08/01/2025

https://www.facebook.com/OpenFutureLearningOfficial/posts/pfbid02T3SDDQwaUmG5haQLEwK6UV7BDaZ4FqDkLQfvjLW5rnNJXbL5UX8aH6XW8amw4zttl

Fionn's is holding up a mirror to the developmental and intellectual disability service system.

When did we decide that being in services means you’ve got to be a permanent self-improvement project? That your value is tied to a goal sheet? That you’re only as good as your next measurable outcome?

Sure, learning matters. Trying new things matters. But let’s not pretend that always having a goal equals having a life. Support isn’t about ticking boxes. It’s about standing beside someone, not standing over them with a clipboard.

Maybe what matters most isn’t the next goal, but the person who’s already enough, just as they are.
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04/04/2025

04/04/2025