Peds Resources

- American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP): Resources on child and adolescent mental health, including family guides and education https://www.aacap.org
- Child Mind Institute – Family Resource Center: Evidence-based articles and guides for families on mental health and learning disorders https://childmind.org/resources
- American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) – Patient Education Handouts: Mental health resources and educational materials for families https://www.aap.org/en/patient-care/mental-health-initiatives/mental-health-resources-for-families
- Society for Adolescent Health and Medicine (SAHM): Resources for adolescents and parents on various health topics https://adolescenthealth.org/resources/resources-for-adolescents-and-parents
- National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) – Child & Adolescent Mental Health: Research-based information on mental health conditions affecting youth https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/child-and-adolescent-mental-health
- National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) – Youth & Young Adults: Support, advocacy, and education for young people struggling with mental health challenges https://www.nami.org/Your-Journey/Kids-Teens-and-Young-Adults
- AACAP Facts for Families Guide: Reliable, easy-to-understand mental health information for parents and caregivers https://www.aacap.org/AACAP/Families_and_Youth/Facts_for_Families/Layout/FFF_Guide-01.aspx
- AACAP Parents' Medication Guides: Information on psychiatric medications commonly prescribed to children and teens https://www.aacap.org/AACAP/Families_and_Youth/Family_Resources/Parents_Medication_Guides.aspx
- APA Mental Health Topics for Families: Guides on mental health topics from the American Psychiatric Association https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families
- Autism Speaks – Mental Health Resources: Support and advocacy for individuals with autism and co-occurring mental health conditions https://www.autismspeaks.org
- CHADD (Children & Adults with ADHD): Education, advocacy, and support for individuals with ADHD and their families https://www.chadd.org
- The Let Grow Experience: Encourages independence and resilience in children through age-appropriate challenges https://letgrow.org/program/experience
- HealthyChildren.org (AAP Parent Website): Parenting advice and health information from pediatricians https://www.healthychildren.org
- The Trevor Project – LGBTQ+ Youth Mental Health: Crisis support, advocacy, and mental health resources for LGBTQ+ youth https://www.thetrevorproject.org
- Headspace for Kids & Teens – Guided meditation and stress reduction (ages 3-17) https://www.headspace.com/meditation/kids
- Calm Harm – Helps manage self-harm urges with distraction techniques https://calmharm.co.uk
- Sanvello – Mood tracking, guided journaling, and therapy tools for anxiety and depression https://www.sanvello.com
- Smiling Mind – Mindfulness and emotional regulation for kids and teens https://www.smilingmind.com.au
- SuperBetter – Gamified mental health app for resilience and self-care https://www.superbetter.com
- Sleepiest – Sleep stories and relaxation sounds for kids and teens https://www.sleepiest.com
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Dial 988
- Crisis Text Line – Text HOME to 741741
- Trevor Lifeline (LGBTQ Youth Crisis Line) – 1-866-488-7386
- NAMI Helpline – 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)