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Call 1-888-866-8660
Connects Nebraska families to help when dealing with their children’s behavioral and mental health concerns. Counselors are available 24/7 to help your family in crisis. -
Provides easy to understand information about mental illnesses, mental health care, diagnosis, treatment and recovery, and support resources.
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The Child Mind Institute has numerous articles on youth mental health disorders and concerns for families and educators.
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Learn more information about the different types of mental health disorders including; Social Anxiety Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Depression and more.
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The National Eating Disorders Association is a nonprofit organization that advocates for those that have been affected by eating disorders. There is a wealth of information available on their website about the different types of eating disorders.
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Use this website to search for any mental health, physical health, safety, wellness topics and more! There is information for parents, kids, teens and educators.
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The National Institute of Mental Health website contains useful statistics on major depression in adolescents.
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This article from The Child Mind Institute provides information about how to help a depressed teenager.
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Teens are often faced with a significant amount of stress. This article offers tips for teens on how to manage stress as well as tips for parents on how they can help.
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This guide provides tips for parents and teachers on how to promote resiliency in children and teens.
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The Anxiety and Depression Association of America website provides a wealth of information on anxiety, depression, and stress. This particular link will take you a page that specifically discusses anxiety and depression in children and teens.
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Anxiety - Suggested Reading (Book)
"My Anxious Mind: A Teens Guide to Manageing Anxiety and Panic" by Michael Tompkins and Katherine Martinez
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This site shares parenting styles, reflecting on different ways of relating and communicating with your kids.
CRISIS LINES:
Nebraska Family Helpline: 1-888-866-8660
Boys Town National Hotline: 1-800-448-3000
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
National Teen Dating Abuse Hotline: 1-866-331-9474
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673
Mental Health Association of Nebraska Helpline: 402-975-2032