American Library Association Recognizes Books for Their Portrayal of the Disability Experience
The American Library Association (ALA) announced the winners of the 2020 Schneider Family Book Awards, which honor an author or illustrator for the artistic expression of the disability experience for child and adolescent audiences. Read more >>
Depression: Conversation Starters
Depression can be hard to talk about. But if a friend or loved one is depressed, having a conversation about getting help can make a big difference. Use these tips to start talking. Show you care. Offer to help. Ask Read more >>
Teen Depression: The Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Teen depression is a serious medical illness. It’s more than just a feeling of being sad or “blue” for a few days. It is an intense feeling of sadness, hopelessness, and anger or frustration that lasts much longer. These feelings Read more >>
Eating Disorders Resource Center [web resource]
While eating disorders can affect people of all ages, teens and young adults are often most susceptible. In addition to biological and psychological risk factors, middle and high school students are highly influenced by peer pressure, the thin ideal set Read more >>
Getting the Right Start: Student Guide to Mental Health [downloadable]
Did you know that 1 in 5 youth and young adults lives with a mental health condition? The Student Guide to Mental Health Fact Sheet lists the common warning signs that something is amiss and explains the steps to take Read more >>
How To Do Well (And Be Happy!) In College
You’ve signed up for classes, you’ve learned your way around campus — and now, you’ve got to make sure you survive all the way to graduation. Read more >>
Five Tips to Help Teens Cope with Stress [downloadable]
High school teens spend most of their time attending classes, participating in extracurricular activities and doing homework. There is constant pressure to do everything and do it well to prepare for a successful career or higher education after high school. Read more >>
Fight Flight Freeze – Anxiety Explained for Teens
F3 or the Fight-Flight-Freeze response is the body’s automatic, built-in system designed to protect us from threat or danger. This video teaches teens how anxiety can trigger this normal biological response. Read more >>
Gender Spectrum [web resource]
Gender Spectrum is a nonprofit organization that helps to create gender sensitive and inclusive environments for all children and teens. Read more >>
Bay Area Teens Share Their Experiences Struggling with Anxiety, Depression
For one week in the spring, KQED opens its airwaves to student-produced content from classrooms around the Bay Area in a segment called Youth Takeover. Read more >>
