Mental Health Resources for Teens

Mental health impacts everyone of every age. Teens face a number of unique factors that make getting through life more challenging. If you are a teen in need of help or your family member is struggling, getting treatment can change your life and offer a wide range of benefits for your future.

Mental Health Hope can offer help right away. Use our tools to learn more about the treatment available and the guidance we can offer. Contact us at any time.

Resources for Mental Health Support for Teens

Teens face a roller coaster of emotions and circumstances that can make it challenging to manage stress and emotions. Mental health disorders also start to become more common in teens. There are various reasons for this.

• Hormone imbalances and growth spurts create challenges for regulating emotions
• Teens are exploring their sense of independence and exploring who they are
• Many teams have significant stress at home and school, and sometimes at work
• Peer pressure and the need to fit in are very much a driving force
• Mental health disorders become more challenging to navigate, especially when it comes to the intensity of social media

Finding help does not have to be a struggle. Our team at Mental Health Hope can offer guidance to you now.

In addition, consider these mental health resources for teens and find out what strategies exist for improving your overall wellbeing and that of your teen’s:

National Alliance on Mental Illness

The National Alliance on Mental Illness is one of the best resources for learning about mental health and mental health disorders in teens. You can use the tools on the site to find help, but also to learn about what you are experiencing and facing in everyday life.

Consider the help you’ll find at NAMI, including:

• How to get help for your son or daughter through school, including accommodations they may need
• How to talk to your child about mental health
• Signs to watch for that indicate your child needs additional support

For teens, there’s also help available at the NAMI website, including educational guides that can help you:

• Talk to your parent or guardian about your mental health
• Learn how social media impacts your mental health
• Explore ways to talk to your friends about your needs and about their own

There’s no doubt that mental health is a very big part of your life. With the use of these tools, you gain insight into what’s really happening and why you feel the way you do.

When to Get Your Teen Into Mental Health Treatment

It’s challenging to know when to get professional help for your teen’s mental health. There are no simple signs that now is the time. However, if your child is experiencing any of the following signs, we encourage you to reach out to their doctor or us for mental health treatment:

• Severe mood swings that go from highs to lows without an authentic or obvious cause
• Increased risk-taking behavior, including using substances or engaging in self-harm, like cutting or burning
• Unexplained new rituals or behaviors
• Loss of interest in activities and people that they used to enjoy
• Changes in their physical health and hygiene habits
• Significant changes in school performance
• Increasing problems with friendships and relationships

There are some signs that your teen may need immediate help. In these situations, contact 988 immediately or reach out for immediate support:

• Talking about or acting on suicidal thoughts
• Increasingly common discussions about death and dying
• Hallucinations or delusions
• Inability to provide their own physical care, including eating or bathing
• Engaging in self-harm

These indications mean your child may need additional support. Inpatient treatment may be beneficial in some situations. There are also alternatives to a psych ward that may provide your loved one with guidance and immediate help. This may include a safe environment and medication management available immediately.

Most teens benefit from mental health therapy, but it doesn’t have to mean going into inpatient care. Many will benefit from outpatient treatment programs designed to support their well-being on an ongoing basis.

Contact Mental Health Hope Now for Immediate Support

These mental health resources for teens are a starting point. Use them to realize the need to seek professional care. Then, contact Mental Health Hope for guidance. Let us provide you with access to treatment programs for teens close to home that can offer stability and guidance through one of the most emotionally charged times of a person’s life. Contact us now.