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Shareable Resources on Child and Adolescent Mental Health
Use these resources to raise awareness about the importance of child and adolescent mental health.
Mental health is an important part of overall health for children and adolescents. Many adults with mental disorders had symptoms that were not recognized or addressed in childhood or adolescence. Raise awareness about the importance of children’s mental health and early diagnosis and treatment by sharing informational materials based on the latest research.
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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. With a new school year ahead, learn more about warning signs: https://go.usa.gov/xytp3 #shareNIMH
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If you’re concerned about your child’s mental health, where do you begin? Start by talking with your child’s teacher or ask your family health care provider for a referral to a mental health care provider who focuses on children. Read more here: https://go.usa.gov/xyxvD #shareNIMH
How common is suicide in children and teens? What are the risk factors and warnings signs of suicide? Download the free NIMH suicide prevention FAQs brochure: https://go.usa.gov/xyxv5 #shareNIMH
Did you know that big and important changes are happening to the brain during adolescence? Download a free copy of the NIMH “Teen Brain: 6 Things to Know” fact sheet: https://go.usa.gov/xyxvE #shareNIMH
Anyone can develop bipolar disorder, including children and teens. Educate yourself on bipolar disorder in youth: https://go.usa.gov/xyxvw #shareNIMH
It’s tough to tell if troubling behavior in a teenager is a part of growing up or a problem that should be discussed with a health care provider. Read about possible warning signs for depression in teens: https://go.usa.gov/xyxv6 #shareNIMH
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Watch and like our Facebook Live about puberty and brain development featuring Dr. Peter Schmidt, Principal Investigator and Chief of the Behavioral Endocrinology Branch, and Postdoctoral Fellow, Dr. Kathy Reding. You can also comment on the video, or share directly to your Facebook Timeline, News Feed, or Story.
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Diagnosis and Treatment in Children and Adolescents: Learn about research related to stress on children and adolescent brains, and diagnosis and treatments for severe irritability disorder.
Irritability in Children - Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder: Learn about DMDD, a childhood condition of extreme irritability, anger, and frequent, intense temper outbursts.
Irritability in Children - How Parents Can Help: Listen to NIMH researcher Dr. Ellen Leibenluft discuss how parents can help an irritable child.
Teen Depression Study: Learn about NIMH research studies to understand the causes of depression, the teen brain, and evaluate new treatments, and how to participate.