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Kids, Teens and Young Adults

One of NAMI’s main goals is to ensure that people get help early. Since mental health conditions typically begin during childhood, adolescence or young adulthood, we have compiled essential information and resources intended to help young people get the mental health support they need.

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Kids

Having a child that is facing mental health symptoms can be incredibly difficult. To make things easier, explore our information, tips and resources for getting your child the treatment, support and accommodations they need.

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What to Look For and When to Act

When to worry and how to respond if your child is struggling.

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Finding Mental Health Care for Your Child

Finding mental health services for your child can often seem like an immense challenge.

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Getting Your Child Mental Health Support and Accommodations in School

Improve your understanding of how to advocate for your child’s needs in school.

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What to Do If Your Child Is in Crisis

Learn the warning signs of a mental health crisis and what to do.

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How to Talk to Your Child About Their Mental Health

Read our tips on how to start the conversation with your child.

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Residential Treatment

Explore whether residential placement is right for your child and what that would entail.

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Teens

Determining whether certain behavior is normal or a symptom of a mental health condition can be difficult. Learn when to ask for help, how to talk to your friends and family about mental health, and more.

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Finding Help

Learn what to do when you need help with your mental health.

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How to Talk to My Friends

Read our tips on how to open up to your friends.

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How to Talk to My Parents or Guardian

Read our tips on how to start the conversation with your parent or guardian.

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Social Media and Mental Health

Explore our suggestions for protecting your mental health while using social media.

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Your Mental Health and School

Learn what to do if you need more mental health support in school.

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Young Adults

If you are experiencing symptoms that are affecting your everyday life, it is essential to seek help. The following information, resources and tips may be helpful during your journey toward finding the right care and support for you.

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Do I Have a Mental Health Condition?

Check if your experiences could be symptoms of an underlying mental health condition.

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How to Seek Help

Learn how to search for a mental health professional.

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Understanding Health Insurance

Better your understanding of health insurance and what plan is right for you.

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Mental Health in College

Explore our suggestions for managing your mental health while in college.

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How to Disclose Your Mental Health Condition

Read our tips on how to disclose to your university, employer and significant other.

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What You Need to Know About Youth Suicide

Suicidal thoughts are common among teens and young adults. If we can identify and support young people who are experiencing mental health symptoms, including thinking about suicide, we have an opportunity to help prevent tragedy.

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Back to School Resources

Navigating the challenges of academics, social dynamics and personal growth can be overwhelming, but, together, we can build a resilient and thriving community. Our resources aim to support educators, guide parents and empower students on their mental health journey during the school year and beyond. 
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Youth and Young Adult Resources

Mental health conditions typically begin during childhood, adolescence or young adulthood, here you will find additional information intended to help provide young people, educators, parents and caregivers with the resources they need.
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Thank you to our partners for helping us spread information and resources to our younger audiences.

One of our most important goals is to ensure that people get help early and these resources contribute to that goal.

 

Finding Support Near You

NAMI Ending the Silence

A presentation for middle and high school students, school staff and parents or guardians.

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NAMI In Our Own Voice

A presentation by people with mental health conditions to promote awareness and recovery.

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Contact Your Local NAMI

Across the country, thousands of trained volunteers bring peer-led programs and lived experience to your community.

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