Let’s applaud WAMU-FM, the National Public Radio (NPR) affiliate in Washington, D.C. for a recent five-part series on children, mental health and schools. Each episode (available in both audio and text) can be found here: Feeling 'Invisible' — How Mental Illness Often Goe...
It’s back to school time, and to help teachers, parents and students prepare and prioritize youth mental health, we have a suite of resources to share.
Hannah shares her experience of looking for support and guidance in the digital age.
"Finding a good support system is not always easy, but once you have them, they’ll be there for you no matter what."
We hope that today’s Advisory helps elevate these critical issues of youth mental health on the public policy agenda and that every one of us embraces the roles we can play.
If you are experiencing symptoms that are affecting your everyday life, it is essential to seek help. The following information, resources and tips may be helpful during your journey toward finding the right care and support for you.
Finding mental health services for your child can often seem like an immense challenge.
Read our tips on how to start the conversation with your child.
When to worry and how to respond if your child is struggling.
One of the most fraught topics for teens and young adults to negotiate with their parents is whether to take medications for mental health problems. Often, parents play the role of pushing for medicines while youth question whether the medicine is truly necessary or eff...
During P.E. in my sophomore year of high school, the coach had the class stand up in a circle. “Take everything off your wrists,” she commanded. A few teens had bandanas and wide bracelets on; they took them off. “Now, lift your hands to the ceiling, wrists facing me,” she...
Cheslie Kryst was crowned Miss USA, achieved her J.D. to work as an attorney to help reform the U.S. criminal justice system and established herself as a successful online fashion blogger and entertainment news correspondent. Ian Alexander Jr. was the son of acclaimed ...
The study of child development and positive youth mental health includes understanding the role and impact of trusted adults on healthy physical, mental and social outcomes for children. Research from the Search Institute, the Institute for Education Sciences and other org...
I have figured out a lot about myself by staring down my dark creature. I have learned my path in life and that I can be truly happy with myself.
Every year, over two million high school graduates start college. This is a proud moment for many. These students are entering adulthood and taking the next step in their life. The risk of suicide may be the furthest thing from their minds, yet it is a growing reality on ...
Dawson's Desktop, the interactive Internet version of Warner Brothers' popular television drama "Dawson's Creek" has linked with the Web site of the National Alliance for the Mentally (NAMI)-the nation's largest grassroots organization dedicated to helping people with severe...