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Category Archives: Parenting
Teens & Mental Health: How to Help Families
Mental health problems in teens are widespread, but parents often struggle with bringing these issues to the primary care provider. This reluctance contributes to the problem of underdiagnosis and undertreatment, and keeps teens from getting the help they need. While … Continue reading
When A Teen Attempts Suicide: What One Father Learned About Mental Illness
In the latest issue of Family Circle, a writer recounts the life-altering experience of his daughter’s suicide attempt – and how even the most attentive parents can remain completely unaware of their child’s torment. It’s a harrowing story, but, sadly … Continue reading
Why Depression is a Family Affair
We tend to think of new parenthood as a joyful time, but the reality is that it is also a tumultuous period of enormous change for parents. Mild postpartum depression – the so-called ‘baby blues’ — is extremely common and … Continue reading
Peer Parents: A Solution to Extend Child Mental Health Services
Parents who have lived the experience of parenting a child with behavioral health needs and have learned the hard way how to get services are a largely untapped high value/low-cost resource. They have formed coalitions and organizations to support and educate other parents.
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What Do The Mid-Terms Mean for Teen Mental Health?
We saw a major political upheaval with the mid-term elections. The media has offered extensive coverage and analysis of the results, focusing on the potential impact on health care reform. In the midst of all the discussion and speculation about … Continue reading
Don’t Parents Know Their Kids Best? Your Teen And Screening, Part Two
“We had no idea that things were this bad.” I hear that so often from parents when they find out their teen has been struggling with a mental disorder. And it never fails to break my heart. I can relate … Continue reading
Your Teen And Screening, Part One
There has been a good deal of news lately about mental health screenings. Recently the American Academy of Pediatrics urged doctors to regularly screen for mental health disorders in adolescents and children. Those of us in the mental health community … Continue reading
Summer: Season of Stress?
We often think of summertime as the season when ‘the livin’ is easy’, but I think it’s one of the hardest times of the year for teens and their parents. Yes, school is out, freeing youngsters from homework, studying and … Continue reading
A Week of Important Firsts
Two terrific things happened to me in the last few weeks that reminded me of why our mission is important. First, I have a new little grandchild! I know this sort of happy event occurs every day to millions … Continue reading
The Treatment Question
What is the best way to treat a teenager with depression? It’s an issue that has been the subject of sharp debate in the medical and mental health communities, particularly in light of reports that question the effectiveness and safety … Continue reading
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- Teen Suicide Prevention Strategy: Collaborate w/ school mental health pros, local hospitals & other engaged personnel. http://t.co/SckxCPiA
- A first aid course for mental health? New trainings can teach the steps to support someone through an emergency. http://t.co/3DuMGzq6
- Teen Suicide Prevention Strategy: Educate & empower teens; it allows them to help themselves & support peers. Get more: http://t.co/JhLchcbv
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