Keeping Kids Safe
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988 Around the U.S.
The 988 Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States.
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Build Your Coping Toolbox
A coping toolbox is a collection of skills, techniques, items, and other suggestions that you can turn to assoon as you start to feel anxious or distressed. Source: Mental Health America
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Helping Children and Adolescents Cope with Traumatic Events
Every year, children and adolescents experience disasters and other traumatic events. Family, friends, and trusted adults play an essential role in helping youth cope with these experiences. Source: National Institute of Mental Health
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How well do you know your kids?
A fun quiz to try with children and learn something new! Try this fun quiz with your child. Write your answers in the first column, then have your child fill in their responses in the second column. Have fun discussing your answers and learning something new!
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Social Media Tips from Pediatricians for Families
When it comes to helping your children build healthy digital habits, you may not know where to start. Here are some small steps that can make a big difference for your family. Source: Center of Excellence, Social Media and Youth Mental Health, American Academy of Pediatrics
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Addiction: Said No Teen Ever PSA Video
When a young person is struggling with substance use, it’s up to us to notice. Source: National Council for Mental Wellbeing
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Problem Gambling Fact Sheet
Problem gambling is gambling behavior that is damaging to a person or their family, often disrupting their daily life and career. This fact sheet can help you gain a better understanding of what problem gambling is, its impact, and how to find support if needed. Source: National Council on Problem Gambling
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Alcohol: What families need to know to help protect young people
As parents and caregivers, we want to do all that we can to protect our children. In this guide, Partnership to End Addiction breaks down the risks of youth drinking, why it appeals to youth and what you can do to protect your child from its harms. Source: Partnership to End Addiction
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Talking With Children About Gambling
Learn more about how to talk to your children about gambling and risky activities. Source: National Center for Responsible Gaming and the Division on Addiction at Cambridge Health Alliance