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May Is Mental Health Month – Focus On Youth
Posted 5/22/2023 (updated 3/27/2024)
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) provides several behavioral warning signs and symptoms you can look out for in children and youth. While certain behavior can be a part of growing up, the warning signs and symptoms listed by the NIMH may be a reason to contact a health professional. Mental illnesses can be treated and talking with your child or teen can help you identify when to see a health professional.
It may be helpful for children and teens to save several emergency numbers to their cell phones. The ability to get immediate help for themselves or for a friend can make a difference.
- The phone number for a trusted friend or relative
- The non-emergency number for the local police department
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988
If you or someone you know needs immediate help, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988.