Helpful Resources for Parents, Children & Teens

I’m often asked for trusted resources that can help families learn more about children’s mental health, parenting, and social-emotional development. Below are some of my favorite organizations and websites. These resources are for educational purposes and are not a substitute for professional counseling or medical advice.

Child & Teen Mental Health

Child Mind Institute
Expert articles, guides, and resources on anxiety, ADHD, learning differences, behavior, and child development.
https://childmind.org

Anxiety & Depression Association of America (ADAA)
Evidence-based information about anxiety, OCD, panic disorder, social anxiety, and treatment options.
https://adaa.org

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Mental health education, family support, advocacy, and local resources.
https://www.nami.org

Mental Health America
Mental health information, screening tools, and wellness resources for families.
https://www.mhanational.org

Parenting Resources

Positive Parenting Solutions
Practical parenting strategies to improve behavior, communication, and family relationships.
https://www.positiveparentingsolutions.com

Triple P – Positive Parenting Program
An evidence-based parenting program offering strategies for raising confident, resilient children.
https://www.triplep-parenting.com

The Center for Parenting Education
Free articles covering child development, behavior, discipline, and parenting challenges.
https://centerforparentingeducation.org

Featured Mental Health Articles

Nature’s Hidden Gifts: The Health Benefits of Children’s Outdoor Play

Sunshine, Screen-time, and Serotonin: Creating a Balance for Healthy Bodies and Brains

Top 5 Tips for Getting Kids Outdoors

ADHD & Learning

CHADD (Children and Adults with ADHD)
Trusted information about ADHD, treatment options, school supports, and parent education.
https://chadd.org

Understood
Excellent resources for learning differences, ADHD, executive functioning, and school success.
https://www.understood.org

ADDitude Magazine
Articles, webinars, and practical tools for parents, educators, and individuals with ADHD.
https://www.additudemag.com

Social-Emotional Learning & Character Development

CASEL (Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning)
Research and resources about social-emotional learning and helping children develop essential life skills.
https://casel.org

Greater Good Science Center
Science-backed articles and activities to build gratitude, resilience, empathy, and happiness.
https://greatergood.berkeley.edu

VIA Institute on Character
Research-based information and free tools for identifying and developing character strengths.
https://www.viacharacter.org

Mindfulness & Yoga for Kids

Cosmic Kids Yoga
Fun yoga, mindfulness, and relaxation videos designed especially for children.
https://www.cosmickids.com

GoNoodle
Movement, mindfulness, and brain breaks that help children stay active and focused.
https://www.gonoodle.com

Mindful Schools
Mindfulness practices and educational resources for children, parents, and educators.
https://www.mindfulschools.org

Bullying & Digital Safety

StopBullying.gov
Information about bullying prevention, warning signs, and how parents and schools can respond.
https://www.stopbullying.gov

Common Sense Media
Trusted reviews of movies, TV shows, books, apps, games, and technology for families.
https://www.commonsensemedia.org

Crisis Resources

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 for immediate mental health support in the United States.
https://988lifeline.org

Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.
https://www.crisistextline.org

If you or your child is experiencing a life-threatening emergency, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room immediately.

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