Organizations
Learn about specific mental health issues
Learn about mental health issues and treatments through the AAP HealthyChildren.org website.
Learn about different types of mental illness, warning signs and symptoms, and the types of treatments that can help as well as suicide prevention.
Learn about mental illnesses that may affect teens and key warning signs to watch.
Learn about mental health and wellness for young people
Learn practical ways families and policymakers can help young people and families through videos on managing emotions, mental health issues, positive parenting, and mindfulness and relaxation skills.
Learn what supports healthy brain development and mental wellness in children and young people.
Learn about psychological development and emotional well-being of children, adolescents, and young adults facing behavioral, emotional, or learning challenges.
Find a therapist, medication provider, or other mental health clinician
Find child and adolescent psychiatrists in your area sorted by location, specialty, and types of services offered, such as medication consultations and therapy.
Find licensed psychologists in your area sorted by location, specialty, and type of services offered.
Find board-certified clinical neuropsychologists based on location, specialty, and professional expertise.
Search for mental health professionals who share and celebrate marginalized identities (such as LGBTQ+, Black, indigenous, people of color, neurodivergent people, and people with disabilities).
Find help for substance use disorders
Find resources on substance use for teens, young adults, caregivers, and families.
Locate treatment facilities for substance use disorders.
Find support and connection for caregivers
Learn ways to support young people with mental health issues and yourself, strategies for communication, crisis prevention, and more.
Find resources and support for parents of children with learning and attention issues.
Find resources, ideas, and support to help your family connect through cooking, conversation, and shared meals.
Get information on employees' rights to take unpaid, job-protected leave for specific family and medical reasons, such as caring for a sick family member or your own serious health condition.
Find support and connection for young people
Find crisis intervention, suicide prevention, and support for young people who identify as LGBTQ+, including resources like a 24/7 helpline, chat, and text services.
Learn ways that young people can start conversations with friends about mental health, and explore tools, tips, and resources to support those who may be struggling.
Learn strategies for stopping bullying and cyberbullying.
Learn how teens can create healthy relationships, identify warning signs of unhealthy relationships, navigate disagreements, and avoid challenges that may lead toward dating violence.
Additional Resources
Mental Health A-Z
Understanding mental health terms in simple, straightforward language.
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