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Featured Stories
Finding Family Mental Health Support When a Youth is Struggling
“After the person affected is getting help, however, it’s common for other family members or caregivers to realize that they need assistance, too….”
Talking About Mental Health: Books for Parents to Read with Children aged 8+
“The story explores some of the negative consequences on mental health and relationships that social media can bring….” (from the review of ‘Confessions of a Class Clown’)
Lessons from Food Allergies (No, You’re Not Imagining Things)
“The doctor’s words, compounded by the erratic nature of food allergies … added to the pile of stress and confusion that comes with fear of the unknown….”
How We Helped Our Son Navigate Severe Anxiety
“The promising start to the high school year came to an abrupt end, and my son struggled with his health, then fell into a debilitating depression. Meanwhile, our family scrambled to figure out how to help….”
Helping Family When a Child has Serious Mental Health Issues
“How will I manage the impact of one child’s severe mental health issues on our family? My challenge has been to address that issue as our household has dealt with my daughter’s challenges….”
Important Lessons from Supporting Our Children’s Mental Health
“Several of our children have complex issues, including chronic pain …(but) while there have been many struggles, I’ve also found many ways to nurture my children’s mental health….”
Latest Stories
Finding Family Mental Health Support When a Youth is Struggling
“After the person affected is getting help, however, it’s common for other family members or caregivers to realize that they need assistance, too….”
Talking About Mental Health: Books for Parents to Read with Children aged 8+
“The story explores some of the negative consequences on mental health and relationships that social media can bring….” (from the review of ‘Confessions of a Class Clown’)
Mental Health Support for Families, Caregivers in Canada
“Help is available to Canadian families and caregivers who are trying to help a youth navigate mental health issues. Often, the same therapist who’s working with an adolescent or older child can recommend resources for other family members. But there are also other sources of information….”
Mental Health Support for Families, Caregivers in the United States
“Families and caregivers often need support when they’re helping a youth through mental health issues. And the same therapist who is working with their adolescent or older child could be a good starting point. But there are also other sources of information….”
Family Mental Health Support from 12 Step & Other Substance Disorder Programs
Menderist provides an overview of family and caregiver help from leading groups whose programs are based on 12 step or other approaches: including Al-Anon, Nar-Anon, Smart Recovery and Learn2Cope.
Lessons from Food Allergies (No, You’re Not Imagining Things)
“The doctor’s words, compounded by the erratic nature of food allergies … added to the pile of stress and confusion that comes with fear of the unknown….”
