Tip Sheet on Social Media Use and Mental Health [downloadable]
This resource discusses the benefits of social media and provides tips on how to use social media in to support your mental health. Read more ›
Resources Tagged With: mental health
U.S. Surgeon General Warns Social Media Could Harm Youth Mental Health [downloadable]
An Advisory from U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy calls attention to the growing concerns about the effects of social media on youth mental health, concluding that while social media offers some benefits, there are “ample indicators that social media could also harm children’s well-being.” Read more ›
Mindfulness, Meditation and Self-Compassion – A Clinical Psychologist Explains How These Science-Backed Practices Can Improve Mental Health
Mindfulness and self-compassion are now buzzwords for self-improvement. But in fact, a growing body of research shows these practices can lead to real mental health benefits. This research – ongoing, voluminous and worldwide – clearly shows how and why these two practices work. Read more ›
What to Do If Your Teen Refuses to Go to Counseling
Some teens are happy to go to therapy. They enjoy talking to an objective adult who can assist with some of their problems. But not all teens are on board with therapy, and convincing a reluctant teen to go to counseling can feel like an uphill battle. Read more ›
Strategies for When Your Child Doesn’t Want to Go to Therapy
People of all ages may benefit from seeing a mental health professional. However, children may feel afraid to talk with someone they don’t know. They may also be wary of something they don’t fully understand. You may ask yourself: How do I get my child to see a psychologist? Read more ›
What is Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)?
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is a type of talk therapy (psychotherapy). It’s based on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), but it’s specially adapted for people who experience emotions very intensely. Read more ›
Building Resilience
One of the most important things we can do for our children is to help them develop resilience. A common misconception is that people are either resilient or not; that we’re born one way or the other. In fact, the process of building resilience is a lifelong journey of learning to cope with challenging experiences and adapt well in the face of adversity. Read more ›
Resilience Booster: Parent Tip Tool
There is a large body of research supporting the importance of building resilience to help prevent negative consequences of environmental stressors. Read more ›
Discussing Accommodations With Your Professor
Even if you set up your accommodations through your Disability Services Office at your college, you should talk to your professor or instructor about your accommodations and your disability.
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Nine Tips for Talking With Kids About Trauma
As much as we might want to, we can’t always protect children from witnessing violence and tragedy in the world, whether it’s mass shootings, terrorist attacks, or war. As parents, teachers, and other supportive adults, what we can do is comfort and communicate with children in the most healing way possible. Read more ›
