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Exercise
HMHC Recommendations for Multidimensional Support
This document contains a set of practical and transferable recommendations for improving emotional support for vulnerable children in various key areas: education, family, sports, community and institutions.
Aims of the tool
Understand the main factors influencing children's mental health across different life domains.
Recognise the role of schools, families, and extracurricular activities in promoting emotional well-being.
Apply evidence-based recommendations to strengthen prevention and early intervention practices.
Improve collaboration between education, health, social services, families, and community organisations.
Design supportive environments that foster resilience, inclusion, and positive mental health among children.
Description of the tool
This publication brings together research findings, expert insights, and practical recommendations to promote a holistic approach to children's mental health. Organised into three key domains—school, family, and extracurricular activities—the guide explains how each environment contributes to children's emotional development and provides concrete actions that stakeholders can implement in everyday practice.
The resource combines scientific evidence with practical guidance, making it suitable for educators, school leaders, psychologists, youth workers, sports coaches, parents, policymakers, and organisations working with children. It supports the development of preventive strategies, encourages cooperation between different sectors, and promotes the creation of safe, inclusive, and emotionally supportive environments for children.
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Tool overview
http://toolbox.salto-youth.net/5887
This tool is for
Teachers and school leaders School psychologists and counsellors Youth workers Sports coaches and extracurricular activity leaders Parents and caregivers
and addresses
Personal Development, Peer education
It is recommended for use in:
Training and Networking
Materials needed:
Digital or printed copy of the publication
Internet access (optional for accessing referenced resources)
Notebook for reflection and action planning
Suitable for individual learning or facilitated workshops
Duration:
Estimated duration: 2–4 hours
The publication can be studied individually for self-directed learning or used as part of professional development workshops. Participants are encouraged to review each thematic section, reflect on their own practice, discuss the recommendations with colleagues or stakeholders, and develop concrete action plans for improving mental health support within their educational or community settings.
Behind the tool
The tool was created by
Croatia - Bruno Matijašević, Paula Matijašević, Spain - Miguel López Molina, Sara Arenas Carranza, Slovenia - Vanja Čeligoj Zajšek, Jaka Zajšek
in the context of
HMHC Project
The tool has been experimented in
Training
The tool was published to the Toolbox by
Miguel López Molina (on 22 July 2026)
and last modified
22 July 2026
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