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Conduct disorder is the mental health condition that is diagnosed when children or teens exhibit serious aggressive and antisocial behaviors that violate rules or rights of others, with little to no guilt or concern regarding their actions. Read more >>
Teaching Kids Digital Citizenship
In this Voices of Compassion episode, we talk with Eisha Buch, Director, Education Programs & Development for Common Sense Education, about helping students develop a sense of digital agency so that they can truly thrive in a tech-filled world with Read more >>
In this Voices of Compassion episode, we discuss the sensitive but critical topic of teen suicide. In our conversation with CHC Doctoral Psychology Intern, Emily Raymond, we discuss key risk factors that parents, educators, and peers should be aware of, Read more >>
The Impact of Puberty on Mental Health
Puberty can be a challenging time, but with guidance, parents can help their children navigate it with resilience and strength. Drawing on insights and the expertise of CHC Doctoral Psychology intern, Emma Lecarie, this Voices of Compassion podcast episode provides Read more >>
A safety plan is a set of steps you can take when you feel suicidal. It includes your warning signs, coping strategies, and people to ask for support. You can write your own safety plan or use a free phone Read more >>
If Your Teen Is Socially Withdrawn, Be on the Lookout for More Serious Problems
Being socially withdrawn and experiencing physical discomforts as a preteen is associated with a higher risk of having suicidal thoughts at age 16, according to a study published in the journal JAMA Network Open. Read more >>
Puberty: What’s Behind the Mood Swings?
During puberty your child’s emotions may become stronger and more intense. Their mood might change more frequently, quickly and randomly. Your child may have strong emotions that they’ve never experienced before. It’s common for them to feel confused, scared or Read more >>
Tips for Talking with Teens About Social Media and Thinking Traps
There has been a lot of attention on the negative impacts social media can have for teens and even pre-teens’ mental health. Read more >>
Fostering Teen Mental Health and Well-Being
Adolescence is a time of emerging independence, growth, and vulnerability. Adolescents are also faced with an array of risk factors that can impede their progress and shape their journey. In this community education presentation, CHC’s Pardis Khosravi, Psy.D., talks about Read more >>
How Facing Big Feelings Can Help Build Mental Health
In this podcast from the UCLA Center for the Developing Adolescent, host Ron Dahl talks with psychologist and bestselling author Lisa Damour as well as Zach Gottlieb and Makayla Dawkins about how strong emotions during adolescence–good and bad–can be opportunities Read more >>
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CHC Palo Alto:
650 Clark Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304
650.326.5530
CHC South Bay:
2280 Kenwood Avenue, San Jose, CA 95128
408.831.7512
CHC Ravenswood:
1765 E Bayshore Rd, East Palo Alto, CA 94303
650.702.2487
