Citation

Zins JE, Ponti CR. Spec. Serv. Sch. 1985; 1(3): 49-60.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1985, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1300/J008v01n03_06

PMID

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Abstract

The prevention of mental health disorders and development of competence and well-being are critical for enhanceing the long-term adjustment of children and adolescents. Approaches to mental health promotion are discussed in this article in terms of (a) preventing the onset of disorders: (b) strengthening competencies to enable children and adolescents to better handle life stressors; and (c) assisting children and adolescents in dealing with life transitions. Examples which illustrate the approaches are included.