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Digital Toolkit for Back to School

Returning to school can be exciting and challenging for children and teens. During August, the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) will highlight resources on stress and anxiety, strategies for coping, and guidance about when to seek help from a health care provider.

Share these resources to help parents, teachers, caregivers, and students navigate this stressful time and focus on overall mental well-being.

Campaign date: August 1-31, 2023

Hashtags: #backtoschool #shareNIMH

Digital shareables: nimh.nih.gov/shareNIMH

Sample messages

Group of happy children with the message “Let’s Talk About Child and Adolescent Mental Health. Share science. Share hope.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/shareNIMH.

During #backtoschool season, help @NIMHgov raise awareness about the importance of child and adolescent mental health by sharing informational materials based on the latest research. Share science. Share hope. https://go.nih.gov/PxolrLH  #shareNIMH

Alt text: Group of happy children with the message “Let’s Talk About Child and Adolescent Mental Health. Share science. Share hope.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/shareNIMH.

Illustration of a person in a spotlight with the message “Social anxiety disorder isn’t shyness–it involves intense fear of being scrutinized and judged.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/anxietydisorders.

Are you extremely afraid of being judged by others? Are you very self-conscious in social situations? If you’ve felt this way for at least 6 months and it is hard for you to do everyday tasks, you may have a social anxiety disorder: https://go.nih.gov/cIiEp8d  #backtoschool

Alt text: Illustration of a person in a spotlight with the message “Social anxiety disorder isn’t shyness–it involves intense fear of being scrutinized and judged.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/anxietydisorders.

Presents information about stress, anxiety, and ways to cope when feeling overwhelmed. Points to nimh.nih.gov/stressandanxiety

Life can be stressful, especially going #backtoschool. If you are struggling to cope, or the symptoms of your stress or anxiety won’t go away, it could affect your health. Learn more at https://go.nih.gov/lA6NVFi . #shareNIMH

Alt text: Presents information about stress, anxiety, and ways to cope when feeling overwhelmed. Points to nimh.nih.gov/stressandanxiety

Presents information about how to recognize the symptoms of depression in teens and how to get help. Points to nimh.nih.gov/depression

Being a teenager can be tough, but it shouldn’t feel hopeless. Check your symptoms, and find out what you can do if you think you might have depression. https://go.nih.gov/qZdamts  #backtoschool #shareNIMH

Alt text: Presents information about how to recognize the symptoms of depression in teens and how to get help. Points to nimh.nih.gov/depression

Young child looking off into space while doing homework with the message “Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder symptoms can appear as early as between the ages of 3 and 6 and can continue through adolescence and adulthood.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/ADHD.

Symptoms of ADHD can be mistaken for emotional or disciplinary problems or missed entirely in quiet, well-behaved children, leading to a delay in diagnosis. Learn more about ADHD in children: https://go.nih.gov/GfNMJ1U  #backtoschool #shareNIMH

Alt text: Young child looking off into space while doing homework with the message “Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder symptoms can appear as early as between the ages of 3 and 6 and can continue through adolescence and adulthood.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/ADHD.

Presents facts that can help shape conversations around eating disorders. Points to nimh.nih.gov/eatingdisorders.

Eating disorders are serious medical illnesses, and the way we talk about them matters. Here are some facts you can use to help shape the conversation around eating disorders. https://go.nih.gov/ZADNE4l  #backtoschool #shareNIMH

Alt text: Presents facts that can help shape conversations around eating disorders. Points to nimh.nih.gov/eatingdisorders.

Illustration of a hand holding a mobile phone with the message “988 SUICIDE & CRISIS LIFELINE.  SAVE THE NUMBER SAVE A LIFE CALL OR TEXT 988 Add this number to your phone now. It could save a life later.”

Save the number, save a life. Add the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (988) to your phone now—it could save a life later. Trained crisis counselors are available to talk 24/7/365. Visit https://go.nih.gov/wAHoXLB  or @988Lifeline for more info. #backtoschool #suicideprevention

Alt text: Illustration of a hand holding a mobile phone with the message “988 SUICIDE & CRISIS LIFELINE. SAVE THE NUMBER SAVE A LIFE CALL OR TEXT 988 Add this number to your phone now. It could save a life later.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/suicideprevention

Group of happy children with the message “Let’s Talk About Child and Adolescent Mental Health. Share science. Share hope.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/shareNIMH.

During #backtoschool season, help the @National Institute of Mental Health raise awareness about the importance of child and adolescent mental health by sharing informational materials based on the latest research. Share science. Share hope. https://go.nih.gov/nlcYHby  #shareNIMH

Alt text: Group of happy children with the message “Let’s Talk About Child and Adolescent Mental Health. Share science. Share hope.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/shareNIMH.

Illustration of a person in a spotlight with the message “Social anxiety disorder isn’t shyness–it involves intense fear of being scrutinized and judged.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/anxietydisorders.

Are you extremely afraid of being judged by others? Are you very self-conscious in social situations? If you’ve felt this way for at least 6 months and these feelings make it hard for you to do everyday tasks, you may have a social anxiety disorder. Learn more from the @National Institute of Mental Health: https://go.nih.gov/RpPD9tf  #backtoschool

Alt text: Illustration of a person in a spotlight with the message “Social anxiety disorder isn’t shyness–it involves intense fear of being scrutinized and judged.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/anxietydisorders.

Presents information about stress, anxiety, and ways to cope when feeling overwhelmed. Points to nimh.nih.gov/stressandanxiety

Life can be stressful, especially going #backtoschool. If you are struggling to cope, or the symptoms of your stress or anxiety won’t go away, it could affect your health. Learn more from the @National Institute of Mental Health: https://go.nih.gov/1vlTDdl . #shareNIMH

Alt text: Presents information about stress, anxiety, and ways to cope when feeling overwhelmed. Points to nimh.nih.gov/stressandanxiety

Presents information about how to recognize the symptoms of depression in teens and how to get help. Points to nimh.nih.gov/depression

Being a teenager can be tough, but it shouldn’t feel hopeless. Check your symptoms, and find out what you can do if you think you might have depression. Learn more from the @National Institute of Mental Health: https://go.nih.gov/RZ1NPq6  #backtoschool #shareNIMH

Alt text: Presents information about how to recognize the symptoms of depression in teens and how to get help. Points to nimh.nih.gov/depression

Young child looking off into space while doing homework with the message “Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder symptoms can appear as early as between the ages of 3 and 6 and can continue through adolescence and adulthood.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/ADHD.

Symptoms of ADHD can be mistaken for emotional or disciplinary problems or missed entirely in quiet, well-behaved children, leading to a delay in diagnosis. Learn more about ADHD in children from the @National Institute of Mental Health: https://go.nih.gov/IBxjJSF  #backtoschool #shareNIMH

Alt text: Young child looking off into space while doing homework with the message “Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder symptoms can appear as early as between the ages of 3 and 6 and can continue through adolescence and adulthood.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/ADHD.

Presents facts that can help shape conversations around eating disorders. Points to nimh.nih.gov/eatingdisorders.

Eating disorders are serious medical illnesses, and the way we talk about them matters. Here are some facts you can use to help shape the conversation around eating disorders. Learn more from the @National Institute of Mental Health: https://go.nih.gov/8AT93t3  #backtoschool #shareNIMH

Alt text: Presents facts that can help shape conversations around eating disorders. Points to nimh.nih.gov/eatingdisorders.

Illustration of a hand holding a mobile phone with the message “988 SUICIDE & CRISIS LIFELINE.  SAVE THE NUMBER SAVE A LIFE CALL OR TEXT 988 Add this number to your phone now. It could save a life later.”

Save the number, save a life. Add the @988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (988) to your phone now—it could save a life later. Trained crisis counselors are available to talk 24/7/365. Visit https://go.nih.gov/AjBsfma  for more info. #backtoschool #suicideprevention

Alt text: Illustration of a hand holding a mobile phone with the message “988 SUICIDE & CRISIS LIFELINE. SAVE THE NUMBER SAVE A LIFE CALL OR TEXT 988 Add this number to your phone now. It could save a life later.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/suicideprevention

Parent talking with child who is holding head in hands with message “Children and Mental Health. Is this just a stage? Know when to seek help for your child.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/children.

It can be tough to tell if troubling behavior in a child or teen is just part of growing up or a problem that should be discussed with a health professional. Learn more about warning signs from the @National Institute of Mental Health: https://go.nih.gov/bTUXJ57 . #backtoschool #shareNIMH

Alt text: Parent talking with child who is holding head in hands with message “Children and Mental Health. Is this just a stage? Know when to seek help for your child.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/children.

Illustration of a person in a spotlight with the message “Social anxiety disorder isn’t shyness–it involves intense fear of being scrutinized and judged.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/anxietydisorders.

Are you extremely afraid of being judged by others? Are you very self-conscious in social situations? If you’ve felt this way for at least 6 months and these feelings make it hard for you to do everyday tasks, you may have a social anxiety disorder. Learn more from the @NIMHgov at nimh.nih.gov/anxietydisorders #backtoschool #anxietydisorders #socialanxiety #shareNIMH

Alt text: Illustration of a person in a spotlight with the message “Social anxiety disorder isn’t shyness–it involves intense fear of being scrutinized and judged.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/anxietydisorders.

Presents information about stress, anxiety, and ways to cope when feeling overwhelmed. Points to nimh.nih.gov/stressandanxiety

Life can be stressful, especially going #backtoschool. If you are struggling to cope, or the symptoms of your stress or anxiety won’t go away, it could affect your health. Learn more from the @NIMHgov at nimh.nih.gov/stressandanxiety. #shareNIMH #stress #anxiety

Alt text: Presents information about stress, anxiety, and ways to cope when feeling overwhelmed. Points to nimh.nih.gov/stressandanxiety

Presents information about how to recognize the symptoms of depression in teens and how to get help. Points to nimh.nih.gov/depression

Being a teenager can be tough, but it shouldn’t feel hopeless. Check your symptoms, and find out what you can do if you think you might have depression. Learn more from the @NIMHgov at nimh.nih.gov/depression. #backtoschool #shareNIMH #depression

Alt text: Presents information about how to recognize the symptoms of depression in teens and how to get help. Points to nimh.nih.gov/depression

Young child looking off into space while doing homework with the message “Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder symptoms can appear as early as between the ages of 3 and 6 and can continue through adolescence and adulthood.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/ADHD.

Symptoms of ADHD can be mistaken for emotional or disciplinary problems or missed entirely in quiet, well-behaved children, leading to a delay in diagnosis. Learn more about ADHD in children from the @NIMHgov at nimh.nih.gov/ADHD. #backtoschool #shareNIMH #ADHD

Alt text: Young child looking off into space while doing homework with the message “Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder symptoms can appear as early as between the ages of 3 and 6 and can continue through adolescence and adulthood.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/ADHD.

Presents facts that can help shape conversations around eating disorders. Points to nimh.nih.gov/eatingdisorders.

Eating disorders are serious medical illnesses, and the way we talk about them matters. Here are some facts you can use to help shape the conversation around eating disorders. Learn more from the @NIMHgov at nimh.nih.gov/eatingdisorders. #backtoschool #shareNIMH #eatingdisorders

Alt text: Presents facts that can help shape conversations around eating disorders. Points to nimh.nih.gov/eatingdisorders.

Illustration of a hand holding a mobile phone with the message “988 SUICIDE & CRISIS LIFELINE.  SAVE THE NUMBER SAVE A LIFE CALL OR TEXT 988 Add this number to your phone now. It could save a life later.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/suicideprevention

Save the number, save a life. Add the @988lifeline (988) to your phone now—it could save a life later. Trained crisis counselors are available to talk 24/7/365. Visit nimh.nih.gov/suicideprevention for more info. #backtoschool #suicideprevention

ALt text: Illustration of a hand holding a mobile phone with the message “988 SUICIDE & CRISIS LIFELINE. SAVE THE NUMBER SAVE A LIFE CALL OR TEXT 988 Add this number to your phone now. It could save a life later.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/suicideprevention

Group of happy children with the message “Let’s Talk About Child and Adolescent Mental Health. Share science. Share hope.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/shareNIMH.

During #backtoschool season, help the @National Institute of Mental Health raise awareness about the importance of child and adolescent mental health by sharing informational materials based on the latest research. Share science. Share hope. https://go.nih.gov/PCgk8na  #shareNIMH

Alt text: Group of happy children with the message “Let’s Talk About Child and Adolescent Mental Health. Share science. Share hope.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/shareNIMH.

Parent talking with child who is holding head in hands with message “Children and Mental Health. Is this just a stage? Know when to seek help for your child.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/children.

It can be tough to tell if troubling behavior in a child or teen is just part of growing up or a problem that should be discussed with a health professional. Learn more about warning signs from the @National Institute of Mental Health: https://go.nih.gov/XGS1utr  #backtoschool #shareNIMH

Alt text: Parent talking with child who is holding head in hands with message “Children and Mental Health. Is this just a stage? Know when to seek help for your child.” Points to nimh.nih.gov/children.

Subject: Back to School Resources for Mental Health

Returning to school can be exciting and challenging for children and teens. During August, the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) will highlight resources on stress and anxiety, strategies for coping, and guidance about when to seek help from a health care provider.

Share these resources to help parents, teachers, caregivers, and students navigate this stressful time and focus on overall mental well-being.