Healthy childhood: tips from Primaria Ellen Auer-Welsbach from Linz

Healthy childhood: tips from Primaria Ellen Auer-Welsbach from Linz

Ellen Auer-Welsbach is an experienced psychiatrist who took over the management of child and adolescent psychiatry at the Kepler University Hospital in Linz. Their commitment applies to the improvement of mental health of young people in Upper Austria. In her role, she has valuable knowledge about what children and adolescents need to grow up healthy.

A central concern of Auer-Welsbach is the promotion of a stable and supportive environment for adolescents. This includes not only medical care, but also the design of positive living conditions. Her recommendations include the importance of emotional support in the family and the need that children are promoted in their individual development. "An environment that offers security and security is crucial," she emphasizes.

Another important aspect is the early detection of psychological problems. Children and adolescents have to learn to talk about their feelings and seek support if they need them. In recent years, awareness of mental illnesses has increased, but there is still a lot to do to reduce stigmatizations and promote information. Auer-Welsbach emphasizes that schools and communities play a key role in sensitization for these topics.

In her profession, she sees a growing challenge through external influences such as social pressure in the media and the stress that arises from school requirements. These factors can affect the psychological well -being of young people. "We have to find ways to help you deal with these stress," she explains.

The initiatives of Auer-Welsbach can lead to further programs to be introduced to support mental health in the country's institutions. The focus on early intervention and strengthening resilience, i.e. the ability to overcome setbacks, are key points of your work.

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