Resources for Parents & Caregivers

Mental Health Intervention: Approaching Your Child About Mental Health Treatment

MENTAL HEALTH INTERVENTION: Approaching Your Child About Mental Health Treatment Author: Jemma Strain B.S. Psychology Editor: Emma Loker B.S. CALL (866) 901-4047 INSURANCE VERIFICATION Starting a mental health conversation with your teen can cause a whirlwind of thoughts and feelings. You may worry about them feeling ashamed or embarrassed, fear they’ll close up, or think […]

Supporting a Student After Mental Health Leave

Student reentry planning

Supporting a Student After Mental Health Leave: Student Reentry Planning Author: Jemma Strain B.S. Psychology Editor: Emma Loker B.S. CALL (866) 901-4047 INSURANCE VERIFICATION It’s normal for teachers to feel concerned about creating reentry plans for students after mental health leave. You may want to build the most nurturing, supportive environment possible, but might be […]

6 Tips for Parents Who are Worried About Their Kid’s Mental Health

6 Tips for Parents Who are Worried About Their Kid's Mental Health

Finding the right parenting tips for your kid’s mental health can feel like searching for a perfect snowflake in a blizzard. You may not know for sure if a teen is finding coping with their well-being challenging, understand what they’re going through, or feel certain about the right steps to take.  The important thing is […]

How to Identify Early Warning Signs of Mental Illness in Students

How Teachers Can Identify Early Warning Signs of Mental Illness in Students

How Teachers Can Identify Early Warning Signs of Mental Illness in Students Author: Jemma Strain B.S. Psychology Editor: Emma Loker B.S. CALL (866) 901-4047 INSURANCE VERIFICATION Teachers aren’t just guides for helping students perform and achieve academically; they’re also pillars of support for teenagers who may be coping with mental health difficulties.  Unfortunately, mental health […]

How to Communicate With Families

How to Communicate With Families When Recommending Treatment for Their Child

How to Communicate With Families When Recommending Treatment for Their Child Author: Jemma Strain B.S. Psychology Editor: Emma Loker B.S. CALL (866) 901-4047 INSURANCE VERIFICATION If a student broke a bone, or had any other incident at school which damaged their physical health, teachers wouldn’t hesitate to phone their parents. However, talking to families about […]

Recognizing Warning Signs of Teen Mental Illness

Recognizing Warning Signs: A Guide for Teachers, Coaches, and Community Leaders

Recognizing Warning Signs: A Guide for Teachers, Coaches, and Community Leaders Author: Jemma Strain B.S. Psychology Editor: Emma Loker B.S. CALL (866) 901-4047 INSURANCE VERIFICATION Many educational professionals and community leaders wonder what to do if a student shows mental health warning signs. Like physical health, a teenager’s mental health can determine their outlook and […]