The mental health of students is a topic many educators struggle with. Here are resources that can help.
Depression and Mental Health
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Baltimore County Public Schools Psychological Services
Here's an example of a local resource available to schools in Baltimore County. In addition to local services, it provides a list of web resources. Check with your own district or county office to see what's available for your school. learn more
Conflict Resolution Education Connection
The Conflict Resolution Education Connection is divided into sections by group such as teachers and administrators. You can find classroom activities ,video resources and administrator how-to guides. learn more
Depression Resources - Tiny Buddha
Not everyone is comfortable opening up or talking with a professional. Tiny Buddha (not a site about the religion) posts curated stories, tips, and insights from readers of all ages and from all over the globe on a variety of personal topics, from happiness and relationships to addictions, grief, ... and dealing with depression. A… learn more
Kintsugi: The Art of Embracing Damage
Students face abuse, neglect, are attacked and hurt. Many bounce back. Others are not so lucky. This video looks at the beauty of damage. How something that was hurt so badly can be made more beautiful than it was originally. Passing this video on to students (or colleagues) who are "going thru it" may help. learn more
Let's Call Mental Health Stigma What It Really Is: Discrimination
This article by Lindsay Holmes looks at how we approach mental health and posits that society's reaction amounts to discrimination. Her proposition is that society's outlook on mental illness doesn't just result in negative stereotyping, as the term "stigma" implies, but it results in behaviors and policies that actually makes life more difficult for those… learn more
Parent's Guide to Teen Depression
As a concerned parent, teacher, or friend, there are many ways you can identify and help a teen suffering from depression. Covers identification, treatment, and the importance of self care and family care. learn more
School Psychologist Files
Any School Psychologist has a filing cabinet filled with resources and various information on a wide variety of topics. It is part of the school psychologist's role to share information in a helpful manner to teachers, parents, and other professionals. This site is an online filing cabinet for anyone to explore, compiled by Erin N.… learn more
Substance Abuse and Mental Health National Helpline
SAMHSA's National Helpline, 1-800-662-4357 (HELP), TTY: 1-800-487-4889, is a confidential, free, 24-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year, information service, in English and Spanish, for individuals and family members facing mental and/or substance use disorders. This service provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations. Callers can also order free publications and other information. The Substance Abuse… learn more
Teenager's Guide to Depression
This resource provides teenagers with tips and tools for helping themselves or a friend. learn more
U.S. Office of Education
The U.S. Department of Education includes resources for juvenile justice and family issues. learn more
What Is Depression?
PBS has developed this lesson plan for grades 9-12. In the lesson, students examine teenage depression: what it's all about, how it feels, and ways to deal with it. The goal is to give students a better understanding of depression and how it relates to their own lives. Takes one or two 50-minute class periods. learn more
Youth Mental Health First Aid classes
Youth Mental Health First Aid is a one day course designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, and others how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health issue or is in crisis. What to say, what NOT to say, how to cope and when to act are… learn more