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ADDICTION & RECOVERY
TEN PILLARS OF RECOVERY & RENEWAL
Guide for implementing the three core practices of recovery & seven elements of renewal into a school community.
COMPLETE GUIDE TO SUBSTANCE USE & MENTAL HEALTH
A guide to substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health disorders in children. Provides tips for making informed decisions about evaluation and treatment.
OPIOID OVERDOSE BASICS
Learn the signs and symptoms of an opioid overdose, overdose risks and prevention, what to do if you witness someone overdosing, and how naloxone is used to reverse opioid overdoses.
FENTANYL FACT SHEET
Facts about fentanyl use, overdose, and prevention.
ADHD
STUDY: PROMPTING, SELF-MANAGEMENT YIELD BETTER CLASSROOM RESULTS THAN OTHER ADHD ACCOMMODATIONS
Redirection, prompting, and independent behavior self-regulation were more effective in reducing disruptive behaviors and increasing classroom engagement than other accommodations.
TEACHER’S GUIDE TO ADHD IN THE CLASSROOM
Guide focuses on what educators need to know about teaching kids with ADHD: how it affects children in the classroom and how teachers can help kids with the disorder succeed in school.
ADHD IN CHILDREN & TEENS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
This brochure provides information about attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children and teens including symptoms, how it is diagnosed, causes, treatment options, and helpful resources.
ANXIETY
MANAGING ANXIETY AROUND COVID-19
Tips for teachers, caregivers, parents, and community leaders on modeling & building healthy coping strategies in children.
UNDERSTANDING ANXIETY
Learn the causes of anxiety, the difference between anxiety and stress, the signs and symptoms of anxiety disorders, and how to manage anxiety
AUTISM
A GUIDE TO SAFELY WORKING WITH AUTISTIC CHILDREN
Prevention and education safety guide for autistic children.
TRANSITION TOOL KIT
The Transition Tool Kit covers self-advocacy skills, legal issues, housing, and employment options.
FAQ: WHAT IS A SENSORY ROOM?
Guide to creating & implementing sensory rooms.
WHAT IS AUTISM?
Guide to autism including symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
VISUAL TOOL KITS
Tool kit for using visual schedules, reminders, and checklists to teach and improve behavior.
BULLYING
ANTI-BULLYING GUIDE
How to identify bullying and stand up to it safely.
PREVENTING CYBERBULLYING
Guide to identifying, preventing, and responding to cyberbullying.
UNDERSTANDING DISCRIMINATION & BIAS
A resource that details the various types of discrimination, understanding and recognizing bias, the link between discrimination and mental health, and how to unlearn biases.
RESPONDING TO DISCRIMINATION & BIAS
This resource discusses how to respond to discrimination and biases..
HOW TO HELP KIDS DEAL WITH CYBERBULLYING
Information on cyberbullying: what it is, what to do if your child is a victim of cyberbullying, and how to report cyberbullying.
UNDERSTANDING BULLYING
Article explains what bullying is, the different types of bullying, how to identify the signs of bullying, the causes of bullying, and resources for victims of bullying.
44 CHILDREN’S BOOKS ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH
The Child Mind Institute recommends these books that address mental health and learning disorders and other common challenges, like dealing with painful experiences and coping with strong emotions. These 44 books help kids, up to age 12, name and understand feelings and experiences they may be struggling with.
HELPING YOUNG CHILDREN GRIEVE & UNDERSTAND DEATH
Guide for supporting children & their families after a loved one dies.
MENTAL HEALTH
SCHIZOPHRENIA: WHAT IT IS & IS NOT
Article on myths about Schizophrenia.
UNDERSTANDING TRAUMA
Information regarding the types of trauma and their causes, reactions to experiencing a traumatic event, post-traumatic stress disorder, and coping with trauma.
BREAK THE STIGMA OF MENTAL HEALTH
A short video about mental health stigma and how to combat it.
HOW TO COPE WITH STRESS AS A STUDENT
Videos and worksheets to help elementary, middle, and high school students cope with stress and anxiety.
UNDERSTANDING PSYCHOSIS
This fact sheet covers the signs, symptoms, and treatment options for psychosis.
PANDAS - QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
This fact sheet describes the causes, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections (PANDAS).
EATING DISORDERS: ABOUT MORE THAN FOOD
This brochure provides information about eating disorders, including who is at risk, common types of eating disorders and the symptoms of each, treatment options, and resources to find help for yourself or someone else.
THE CRISIS OF YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH IN AMERICA SUPPORT CENTER
Visit this link for mental health self-check assessments and screening tools, numbers to crisis and helplines, information about various support groups, and resources for school communities, COVID, and more.
RESPONDING TO HATE & BIAS AT SCHOOL
Guide on preventing, responding, and processing racism in school and community environments.
RACISM
RESILIENCE
BUILDING COMMUNITY RESILIENCE - PACEs
How to build community resilience that buffers against adversities impacting whole communities – and to break the cycle of poor health and other lifelong outcomes.
HELPING CHILDREN COPE WITH CHANGES RESULTING FROM COVID-19
Tips for teachers, caregivers, parents, and community leaders on modeling & building healthy coping strategies in children.
YOUTH CONNECTEDNESS
CDC research on the positive impact of youth connectedness.
MEANINGFUL YOUTH ENGAGEMENT
Research on the positive impact of meaningful youth engagement in community programs.
LGBTQ+ PHYSICAL & MENTAL HEALTH
Stats on LGBTQ+ youth regarding experience with violence, effects on education & health, and action steps to improve outcomes.
COPING WITH STRESS
Guide to understanding the symptoms of stress and coping strategies.
SELF-CARE
JUST BREATHE: THE IMPORTANCE OF MEDITATION BREAKS FOR KIDS
Guide to practicing meditation with kids including options and benefits.
COPING WITH TRAUMATIC EVENTS
Tips for coping with traumatic events and information on recognizing when trauma requires seeking professional help.
SELF-CARE IN THE TIME OF CORONAVIRUS
Five tips for practicing and prioritizing self-care as a parent during the COVID pandemic.
SELF-CARE
SELF-HARM
SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING
PYRAMID MODEL FOR PROMOTING SOCIAL EMOTIONAL COMPETENCE
The Pyramid Model is a conceptual framework of evidence-based practices for promoting young children’s healthy social and emotional development.
HOW TRAUMA AFFECTS KIDS IN SCHOOL
Repeated exposure to neglect, abuse, homelessness, or violence can lead to learning and behavior issues in children. Learn how to recognize the signs of trauma and tips for helping children who have been traumatized.
SUICIDE PREVENTION
TAKING CARE OF YOUR MENTAL HEALTH IN THE FACE OF UNCERTAINTY
Self-care guide addressing mental health and Covid-19.
NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION LIFELINE
Free and confidential support, prevention and crisis resources, and best practices for treatment.
VIDEO: MY LIFE IS WORTH LIVING
Video series focused on common problems facing teens and strategies to support them.