Mental Health – Recognizing Signs of Distress

Know When to Reach Out for Help and Where to Get It

If you recognize any of the developmental delays or signs of distress, please talk to your pediatrician about your concerns. They can assist in determining if additional support is needed and refer you to the right resources. If there is a problem, acting early can make all the difference.

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• Depression in Teens: The Warning Signs and How to Help Them Through
• Get Help for Substance Use
• How Early Puberty Affects Children’s Mental Health
• How to Recognize Signs of Distress in Children
• How to Recognize Signs of Distress in Children
• How to Talk About Mental Health With Your Child and Their Pediatrician
• Mental Health Topics
• Symptom Checker
• Teen Mental Health: How to Know When Your Child Needs Help
• When to Help Your Teen Find Mental Health Support

Mental Health Resources for Parents

Feel like your teen is struggling but don’t know how to help them? These free mental health online resources can provide you with tips on how to productively communicate with your teen about the importance of prioritizing their mental health, along with helpful tricks you can teach them to manage their stress and anxiety.

• Are you looking for tips on talking to your teen about mental well-being? Check out Tips for Talking with Teens, developed by teens for adults. It outlines the dos and don’ts of having a conversation about mental health and self-care with a teenager.

For help in navigating the mental health system, for support and resources, please contact the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) at 1-888-NAMI-Helps (888-626-4435) or Minnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health at 1-800-528-4511.

If your child exhibits warning signs related to suicide, or tells you about thoughts of suicide or self-harm, please call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Line for support and help in navigating your child’s immediate safety needs.

Access other local Minnesota-based resources