• There are lots of informative articles to help people understand a variety of Mental Health Topics. Please see some suggested ones below (click the blue links).

    Seasonal Affective Disorder

    • A form of depression that comes and goes according to changes in the seasons. The article discusses how it can affect kids and how parents can help. The article can be found here: Seasonal Affective Disorder

    General Mental Health & Therapy

    • "Many children and teens have problems that affect how they feel, act, or learn. Therapy is a type of treatment for these problems. It is a way to get help for your child." Read more here: Taking Your Child to Therapy
    • "Even under the best of circumstances, it can be hard to tell the difference between challenging behaviors and emotions that are consistent with typical child development and those that are cause for concern. It is important to remember that many disorders like anxiety, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and depression, do occur during childhood." Full article can be found here: Children and Mental Health- Is This Just a Stage?

    Anxiety and Depression

    • "Although fears and worries are typical in children, persistent or extreme forms of fear and sadness could be due to anxiety or depression." Read more here: Anxiety and Depression in Children

    Conflict vs. Bullying

    • "Everyone experiences conflict from time to time. It is a normal part of life. Learning to deal with it in a healthy way helps kids master the social skills they need. Unlike conflict, bullying is not a normal part of life." Full article here: How to Tell the Difference Between Conflict and Bullying

    Parents of LGBTQ Youth

    • "Many parents do not realize what an important role their comments, attitudes, and actions play in reducing risks for their LGBTQ child." The Strong Family Alliance website "include[s] essential information that most parents do not have when their child comes out — simply because it’s not an area most people look into until it touches their lives. This is information based on research. Knowing the facts can make an enormous difference for you and your child." 
    • "We strive to assist families struggling with their child’s sexual orientation or gender identity because a supportive family is the key to keeping youth safe. All families are unique and respond to information in their own way. It’s not always easy, but here are some tips for family members..." Click here for the tips and more information from the Alliance of GLBTQ Youth.
    • "For LGBTQ kids and young people questioning their sexual or gender identity, the love and support they receive at home makes all the difference." Read more here: How to Give Your LGBTQ Child the Tools They Need