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Additional Children’s Mental Health Resources

There are so many great resources available online today where families can quickly and easily find additional information to help them better understand their child’s mental health needs. We have selected some of our favorites to share with you below. Be sure to check back often as we will be adding resources as we go.

If you are looking for something specific and cannot find it below or have trouble accessing online information please call the ACMH office and we can send you a packet of information.

Also if you know of a great resource you think we should add to our list let us know in the reply box below and will see about getting it added. Happy Reading!

Recent Highlighted Resources:

Creating a Family Safety Plan

New MDHHS Suicide Prevention Website was recently updated and includes a variety of resources and information for individuals who are having thoughts of suicide or know a loved one who is in crisis. These resources include a communications toolkit, a county map of coalitions and crisis lines, fact sheets, trainings and information about the Suicide Prevention Lifeline.

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, contact the 988 Lifeline NOW at:

Call or Text – 988

Or chat – Lifeline Chat : Lifeline (988lifeline.org)

If you are in a crisis, or know someone who needs help, Dial 988 or contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255).

Warning signs for those at risk of suicide include:

  • Feelings of hopelessness.
  • Threatening to or talking about wanting to hurt oneself.
  • Loss of interest in activities.
  • Withdrawal from friends and family.
  • Change in eating and sleeping habits.
  • Talking about being a burden to others.
  • Increasing the use of alcohol or drugs.
  • Displaying extreme mood swings.
  • Looking for a way to kill oneself.

If you are interested in getting involved in suicide prevention, visit Michigan.gov/suicideprevention to find out more about local suicide prevention coalitions across the state.

Download the complete press release here: Suicide Prevention NR

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255

We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

We’re committed to improving crisis services and advancing suicide prevention by empowering individuals, advancing professional best practices, and building awareness.

What Happens When You Call The Lifeline?

First, you’ll hear an automated message featuring additional options while your call is routed to your local Lifeline network crisis center. We’ll play you a little music while we connect you to a skilled, trained crisis worker.

A trained crisis worker at your local center will answer the phone.

This person will listen to you, understand how your problem is affecting you, provide support, and get you the help you need.

Lifeline Center calls are free and confidential, and we’re available 24/7.

To visit their site and learn more click here.

 

Additional Suicide Prevention or other related information/resources for families:

Holding On To Life toolkit

How To Talk to Your Child about a Suicide Attempt in Your Family

SAVE Suicide Awareness Voices of Education Publications/Resources:

  • Explaining Suicide to Children
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Responding to Survivors
  • Identifying-High-Risk-Children
  • Is someone you know thinking of Suicide

All Treatment.com

Alltreatment.com is a new resource where you can locate Teen Alcohol & Substance Use Treatment Centers near you as well as addiction information and resources.

 

Children’s Mental Health Sites We Like:

American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at www.aacap.org

Anxiety & Depression Association of America, ADAA at: www.adaa.org

Autism Alliance of Michigan at www.autismallianceofmichigan.org 

The Balanced Mind Network at www.thebalancedmind.org

C.H.A.D.D. Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder at: www.chadd.org

Child Mind Institute at www.childmind.org

Child Study Center at www.aboutourkids.org/families 

Children’s Mental Health Network at www.cmhnetwork.org

Kids Mental Health Information Portal: www.kidsmentalhealth.org

National Institute of Mental Health at www.nimh.nih.gov

Psych Central at www.psychcentral.com/disorders

SAMHSA, Substance Abuse & Mental Health Administration at:  www.samhsa.gov

Teen Health at: http://kidshealth.org/teen/

Other Sites & Topics of Interest:

Bullying:

KidsHealth.org has a great section on ho to bulletproof your kid as well as information about cyber-bullying and many other related topics.

http://kidshealth.org/parent/positive/talk/bully-proof.html

SAMHSA’s Know Bullying App: Describes strategies to prevent bullying and explains how to recognize warning signs that a child is bullying or being bullied. Includes a section for educators.

http://store.samhsa.gov/product/KnowBullying-Put-the-power-to-prevent- bullying-in-your-hand/PEP14-KNOWBULLYAPP

It Gets Better Project. The It Gets Better Project started in 2010 after syndicated columnist and author Dan Savage and his partner Terry Miller created a YouTube video for young people facing harassment.

http://www.itgetsbetter.org/

Early Childhood Resources:

Sesame Street offers a number of great “tool kits” for  families, topics include but are not limited to:

http://www.sesamestreet.org/parents/topicsandactivities/toolkits

  • Families Stand Together
  • Healthy Habits for Life
  • Here for Each other
  • Little Children, Big Challenges
  • Here for You
  • Talk, Listen, Connect: Support for Military Families

Zero to Three is a national nonprofit that provides parents, professionals, and policymakers the knowledge and know-how to nurture early development. Their mission is to ensure that all babies and toddlers have a strong start in life.

http://www.zerotothree.org/

http://www.zerotothree.org/about-us/areas-of-expertise/free-parent-brochures-and-guides/

Mental Health in Schools:

SchoolMentalHealth.org offers resources for parents, clinicians, educators, administrators, and even students on mental health topics. The information on this site is based on current research.

http://www.schoolmentalhealth.org/index.html

Substance Abuse:

Drugfree.org or the Partnership for Drug-free Kids is a nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing teen substance abuse and helping families impacted by addiction. Their website has a wealth of information that families need to understand the ever-changing drug and substance use landscape.

http://www.drugfree.org/

National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) for Teens (http://teens.drugabuse.gov): Provides information and resources to students and their parents about drugs and neuroscience, and supports educators and parents to facilitate student learning.

http://teens.drugabuse.gov

SAMHSA’s “Talk. They Hear You.” Campaign (http://www.samhsa.gov/underage-drinking): Provides information about the dangers of underage drinking and gives families and communities prevention tips.

http://www.samhsa.gov/underage-drinking

Addiction Resource Guide For Kids and Parents from CharlottesWeb.com

The Importance of Teen Substance Abuse Prevention from Addiction Center

Suicide Awareness & Prevention:

Jason Foundation Parent Resource Program contains basic information about suicide, including how you as a parent or guardian can help prevent youth suicide.

http://jasonfoundation.com/

Support for Siblings:

Sibling Support Project is a national effort dedicated to the life-long concerns of brothers and sisters of people who have special health, developmental, or mental health concerns.

http://www.siblingsupport.org/

Transition Age Youth:

Going to College: a Resource Guide for Teens with Disabilities

**One important thing to keep in mind when looking at information is that all children and youth are not alike . One child with bipolar disorder may have an entirely different experience than another child with the same condition and one suggestion may work for one child and family and not for another. So it is very important for you to consider the information you read as general guidelines. Your child’s condition may not be like everything you read. If you have additional questions about what you read feel free to call ACMH today!

ACMH Family Resource Guide

TRAUMA: The National Child Traumatic Stress Initiative recently released new infographics to try to understand Child Trauma. Click the links below to learn more:

NCTSI Trauma Infographics

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS: Do you know what to do in the case of natural or other disaster? See resources below to help create a plan for you and your family in case the unexpected happens!

Disaster CMH Ready Final[2][1]

Disaster Family Disaster Plan[1][1]

Disaster About our child or youth[1]

Mental Health America : Offers tips on how parents can help their children thrive in a high school setting and links to external resources that further explain the psychological development of young people at this age. http://www.mentalhealthamerica.net/back-school

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    • Collaborating with the Professionals Working with My Family
    • Navigating
      • Problems at School
      • Navigating the Juvenile Justice System
      • Navigating the Child Welfare System
      • The Mental Health System
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  • Get Information
    • Children’s Mental Health 101
      • I Am Worried About My Child’s Mental Health
      • Possible Red Flags
      • Who can help
      • How to Access Mental Health Services and Supports
      • I Just Found Out My Child Has a Mental Health Disorder
      • Common Diagnosis
      • Treatments & Supports
      • Questions to Ask About Treatment
      • How to be Actively Involved in Your Child’s Treatment
      • What to Expect
      • When Accessing Mental Health Services Using Public Mental Health
      • When Accessing Mental Health Services Using Private Insurance
      • What to Expect if Your Child is in Crisis
      • Mental Health by Age & Stage
      • Additional Children’s Mental Health Resources
    • Ask the Expert
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      • Youth Peer Support
      • Family Action Partnership
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  • About
    • Meet the ACMH Staff
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    • ACMH Job Opportunities
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  • Get Help
    • Accessing Mental Health Services For My Child
    • Understanding my Child’s Mental Health Challenges
    • Collaborating with the Professionals Working with My Family
    • Navigating
      • Problems at School
      • Navigating the Juvenile Justice System
      • Navigating the Child Welfare System
      • The Mental Health System
    • Finding Resources for Housing, Employment, Childcare, Healthcare and Other Family Supports such as SSI/SSDI
      • Housing
      • Employment
      • Childcare
      • Free or Low Cost Medications
      • Health Care Coverage
    • Military Family Support
    • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Get Information
    • Children’s Mental Health 101
      • I Am Worried About My Child’s Mental Health
      • Possible Red Flags
      • Who can help
      • How to Access Mental Health Services and Supports
      • I Just Found Out My Child Has a Mental Health Disorder
      • Common Diagnosis
      • Treatments & Supports
      • Questions to Ask About Treatment
      • How to be Actively Involved in Your Child’s Treatment
      • What to Expect
      • When Accessing Mental Health Services Using Public Mental Health
      • When Accessing Mental Health Services Using Private Insurance
      • What to Expect if Your Child is in Crisis
      • Mental Health by Age & Stage
      • Additional Children’s Mental Health Resources
    • Ask the Expert
    • ACMH Projects
      • Parent Support Partner
      • Youth Peer Support
      • Family Action Partnership
      • Statewide Family Network
      • Other Projects & Collaborations
    • For Community Agencies
    • Child and Family Services
      • Public Mental Health
      • Juvenile Justice
      • Child Welfare
      • Education
    • Training Opportunities & Calendar
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      • Community Partner Trainings
      • Youth Mental Health First Aid
      • Youth Peer Support Project
      • Webinars
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      • ACMH Staff Portal
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