Anxiety & Depression

Moodiness, lethargy, and reluctance to go to school are all common behaviors in young people at some stage of childhood or adolescence. But they can also signal something more serious. You can play a substantial role in shaping your child’s emotional health by modeling healthy emotional behaviors, providing a stable and supportive home environment, and knowing what signs might indicate something is wrong.

For Parents and Caregivers

Recognizing Anxiety Signs in your Child

Your child's mental well-being is just as important as their physical health. Recognizing the signs of anxiety early can help you provide the support and reassurance they need to navigate their emotions.

Know the Signs

Understanding Depression in Children

Children can experience depression, which goes beyond temporary sadness and affects their daily lives. Understanding the signs and offering support can help them navigate their emotions and find the help they need.

Learn What to Look For

Supporting Your Child Through Depression

This handout gives practical tips and guidance on helping your child navigate their emotions and find the support they need.

Help Them Feel Seen

Identifying Signs of Stress in your Children and Teens

Young people, like adults, experience stress. This handout provides tips for parents on how recognize signs of stress in their kids.

Spot Stress Early

Maintaining Healthy Levels of Stress in Your Children

While some amount of stress is normal and should be expected, an overwhelming amount of stress can be unhealthy and quickly take a toll on a child’s developing mind and body.

Find the Right Balance

Understanding Youth Suicide: Signs, Risks, and How to Help

Parents, friends, and other trusted adults are in a key position to identify the signs of teen suicide and get help. This document highlights the key risk factors and warning signs of teen suicide and ways to respond.

Spot Warning Signs Early

Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder

Help your child manage Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) with this handout. This resource provides practical tips, insights, and support strategies tailored for parents to recognize and address SAD symptoms in kids and teens.

Know the Signs of SAD

Activities

5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Technique

The 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique is a stress-management exercise that uses the five senses to help you focus on the present moment. It can help reduce anxiety, improve concentration, and regulate emotions.

Download the Grounding Technique Activity

Feelings Thermometer

The Feelings Thermometer is a visual tool that helps you (kids and adults) measure how you are doing emotionally and what steps you can take to shift your mood when things are getting tough.

Download the Feelings Thermometer Activity

Finger Tracing Cards

Print and cut out these finger tracing calming flash cards to use when you need some quiet, relaxing time. Each card has a different shaped trail to trace with your finger while you relax and breathe. This set comes with 27 finger tracing cards, and a cover card.

Download Finger Tracing Cards Activity