BATON ROUGE — The U.S. Surgeon General has released an advisory on parental mental health. Parents report higher stress levels than other adults, with 48% saying they feel completely overwhelmed on most days. Loneliness is also a major concern, with 65% of parents saying they feel isolated. Stress can negatively impact both parents' and children's mental health. However, there are simple ways to help parents thrive. If you know a parent who seems stressed out, offer a helping hand to make a meal, babysit or run some errands. If you're a parent yourself, stay connected with other parents so you feel supported and don’t hesitate to seek mental health support. We can all push for parent-friendly public policies, including paid family leave and affordable childcare.Permalink| Comments