When it comes to mental health at school, typically the focus is on helping students, especially as they emerge from the pandemic with heightened levels of anxiety, stress and emotional need. But as school officials seek to put resources toward student well-being, another school population is possibly being overlooked: teachers.
談到學校的心理健康教育，一般關註點都在於幫助學生，尤其是在疫情後，學生們面臨著更多的焦慮、壓力和情感需求。然而，在學校官員努力投入資源關註學生福祉的同時，另一個可能被忽視的群體是教師。
Teachers are experiencing high levels of stress, anxiety and work-related trauma in the classroom – much of it stemming from student behavioral problems. The pandemic exacerbated this issue, impacting students and teachers alike.
教師在課堂上承受著巨大的壓力、焦慮和工作帶來的心理創傷，其中大部份是由學生的不當行為造成的。疫情加劇了這一問題，對學生和教師都造成了影響。
According to 2022 data from the National Center for Education Statistics, 87% of public schools reported that the pandemic 「negatively impacted student socioemotional development.」 Additional stressors from the pandemic, including new levels of uncertainty, higher workloads and a more negative perception of teachers in society, have also impacted teachers’ mental health and well-being.
根據美國國家教育統計中心 2022 年的數據，87% 的公立學校報告指出，疫情 "對學生的社會情感發展產生了負面影響"。疫情帶來的其他壓力，包括新的不確定性、更大的工作量和社會對教師更消極的看法，也影響了教師的心理健康和福祉。
As teachers navigate the highs and lows of their profession, taking care of their emotional and mental well-being is essential. Research backs this up. Not only do teachers personally benefit from improved mental health, but their students do, too.
教師在職業生涯的高低起伏中，照顧好自己的情緒和心理健康至關重要。有研究已經證明了這一點。改善心理健康不僅對教師個人有益，對他們的學生也是如此。
As the author of a forthcoming paper about teacher experiences during the pandemic, I have identified four benefits of prioritizing teacher mental health that create a more stable and effective educational environment.
作為即將發表的一篇關於大流行病期間教師經歷的論文的作者，我指出了優先考慮教師心理健康的四個好處，這些好處可以創造一個更加穩定和有效的教育環境。
Reduces burnout and turnover
減少職業倦怠和人員流失
An undeniable link exists between teacher mental health and burnout and turnover, especially for early career teachers. For young teachers in particular, a workaholic culture can contribute to the deterioration of their mental health.
不可否認，教師的心理健康與職業倦怠和人員流失之間存在著聯系，尤其是對於初入職場 的教師而言。特別是年輕教師，工作狂文化可能會加速其心理健康的惡化。
The demanding nature of teaching, characterized by heavy workloads and high performance expectations, can take a toll on all teachers. This is especially true for teachers of color, who are more likely to leave their schools, or the profession, due to poor working conditions and a lack of support.
教學工作要求高，工作量大，績效期望值高，會對所有教師造成傷害。對於有色人種教師來說尤其如此，由於工作條件差和缺乏支持，他們更有可能離開學校或告別教師職業生涯。
According to the 2023 State of the American Teacher Survey by the Rand Corporation, 13% of respondents said their schools offered teachers no mental health or well-being supports. Furthermore, teachers report worse well-being than the general population.
根據蘭德公司釋出的2023 年美國教師狀況調查報告，13% 的受訪者表示，他們的學校沒有為教師提供心理健康或幸福支持。此外，教師的幸福感比普通人更差。
This is where schools can really make a difference in teacher retention. In schools with more positive leadership and support, including for mental health, teachers are more likely to stay. Examples of mental health supports include setting appropriate work-life boundaries, incorporating self-care and stress management techniques into the school day, and creating an open environment where mental health can be discussed without stigma.
這正是學校在留住教師方面可以真正發揮作用的地方。在擁有更積極的領導和支持（包括心理健康支持）的學校，教師更有可能留任。心理健康支持的例子包括：設定適當的工作與生活界限，將自我關懷和壓力管理技巧納入學校的日常活動，以及創造一個開放的環境，讓大家可以討論心理健康問題，而不會感到羞恥。
Improves teaching effectiveness
提高教學效果
Teachers excel at their jobs when school leaders prioritize their mental well-being. Research has directly linked teachers’ well-being with greater resilience. For instance, the research found, when a teacher remains calm and solution-oriented in the face of challenging classroom situations, it creates a more positive environment and supportive atmosphere for students.
當學校領導把教師的心理健康放在首位時，他們就會在工作中表現出色。有些研究已經將教師的身心健康與更強的應變能力直接聯系起來。例如，研究發現，教師在面對具有挑戰性的課堂情況時，如果能保持冷靜並以解決問題為導向，就能為學生創造更積極的環境和支持性氛圍。
Teachers also burn out less when they’re encouraged to be creative in the classroom. Creative activities allow for a greater level of connection between student and teacher – and satisfaction on the job.
如果鼓勵教師在課堂上發揮創造力，他們的倦怠感也會減少。創造性的活動能讓師生之間的聯系更緊密，也能讓教師在工作中獲得滿足感。
Being creative and having a positive rapport with their teachers also develops students’ competence and improves their academic performance. A teacher with poor mental health, however, may have a hard time showing up for their students in such a positive way.
具備創造力並與教師建立積極關系有助於培養學生的能力，提高他們的學業表現。 然而，心理健康狀況不佳的教師可能很難以這種積極的方式為學生服務。
Preserves institutional knowledge
保護機構知識
Reduced turnover has a profound impact on preserving institutional knowledge – the collective understanding of how a school and its students work best. When experienced educators leave unexpectedly or earlier than planned, schools lose a lot of valuable insight and expertise. Reducing turnover enables schools to benefit from experienced teachers for longer periods of time.
減少人員流動對於保護機構知識，即學校和學生最佳運作方式的共識，產生深遠影響。 當經驗豐富的教育工作者意外離職或提前離職時，學校就會失去很多寶貴的見解和專業知識。降低人員流動率可以使學校更長時間地受益於經驗豐富的教師。
When teachers remain at their schools, they contribute to the schools’ ongoing stability and the accumulation of best practices over time.
教師選擇在他們的學校留任，有助於學校的持續穩定和最佳實踐的長期積累。
Fosters a positive organizational culture
促進積極的組織文化
Prioritizing the mental health of teachers is not just about personal well-being. It’s also about building a positive and supportive organizational culture within schools.
優先考慮教師的心理健康不僅關系到個人的幸福。它還關系到在學校內部建立一種積極的、支持性的組織文化。
A culture that prioritizes mental health and wellness creates an environment where teachers feel acknowledged, understood and supported. This positive culture impacts the satisfaction and morale of educators, which can in turn positively affect student learning. A supportive atmosphere encourages collaboration, open communication and a shared dedication to the well-being of everyone within the academic community.
以心理健康和幸福為先的文化能為教師創造一個感到被認可、被理解和被支持的環境。這種積極的文化會提升教育工作者的滿意度和士氣，進而對學生的學習產生積極影響。支持性氛圍鼓勵合作、坦誠交流和共同致力於學術社區內每個人的福祉。
Recognizing and supporting the needs of teachers is crucial. It’s not just about problem-solving. It’s a smart investment in the long-term success and resilience of the entire educational community.
了解並支持教師的需求至關重要。這不僅僅是為了解決問題。這是對整個教育界的長期成功和復原力的明智投資。
