Additional Resources

Additional Resources

The National Alliance on Mental Illness
Home | NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness


Industry diagnosis tool for teen depression:
IHC MHI Depression Fact Sheet: Children and Adolescents (aacap.org)


Mental Health America
About Us | Mental Health America (mhanational.org)

Suicide Prevention Lifeline 
1-800-273-8255
Lifeline (suicidepreventionlifeline.org)

Mobile crisis teams are  available at the county level:  in San Mateo County, resources are available at Crisis Services – San Mateo County Health (smchealth.org). In Santa Clara County, you can visit https://bhsd.sccgov.org/programs-services/mobile-crisis-response-team-mcrt.

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
SAMHSA – Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
SAMHSA’s National Helpline for treatment referral:  1-800-662-4357

Findtreatment.gov (substance abuse)
Home | FindTreatment.gov

Information and Articles

  • Overcoming Seasonal Affective Disorder: Proven Tips and Strategies
    Overcoming Seasonal Affective Disorder: Proven Tips and Strategies Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is more than just the “winter blues.” It’s a form of depression that occurs at a specific time of year, usually in the winter, when daylight hours are shorter. If you find yourself struggling with symptoms like feelings of sadness, decreased energy, and … Read more
  • Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder and Its Impact on Mental Health
    Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder and Its Impact on Mental Health What Is Seasonal Affective Disorder? Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that occurs in relation to the changing seasons. The symptoms usually start in the fall and continue into the winter months, affecting mood and energy levels. Less commonly, SAD can also … Read more
  • Neurodiversity and Mindfulness: Cultivating Mental Resilience and Well-being
    Neurodiversity and Mindfulness: Cultivating Mental Resilience and Well-being In recent years, the concept of neurodiversity has gained traction, challenging traditional views of neurological conditions as deficits to be corrected. Instead, neurodiversity advocates for the acceptance and celebration of neurological differences, such as autism, ADHD, and dyslexia, as natural variations of the human brain. Nonetheless, neurodiverse … Read more
  • Breaking the Stigma: Embracing Neurodiversity in Mental Health Conversations
    Breaking the Stigma: Embracing Neurodiversity in Mental Health Conversations The dialogue surrounding mental health has evolved significantly over the years, but there’s still a long way to go — especially when it comes to embracing neurodiversity. Neurodiversity refers to the range of differences in individual brain function and behavioral traits, including conditions like autism, ADHD, … Read more
  • The Double-Edged Sword of Being Twice Exceptional
    The Double-Edged Sword of Being Twice Exceptional Teens and pre-teens with different and advanced abilities often face more complex mental health challenges than their neurotypical counterparts. Here’s what you need to know about unusually talented neurodiverse young people and their unique wellness needs. What Does It Mean to Be Twice Exceptional? The term “twice exceptional” … Read more
  • The Impact of Neurodiversity on Family Dynamics, Mental Health
    The Impact of Neurodiversity on Family Dynamics, Mental Health Having a neurodiverse teen can be a unique and rewarding experience — certainly one to be celebrated, not simply endured —  but it can also bring some challenges to family dynamics and relationships. A few of them include: The Path to Good Mental Health for the … Read more
  • How To Help Countless People (With Very Little Time and No Money)
    How To Help Countless People (With Very Little Time and No Money) There’s no denying that, nationally and globally, we’re all living in some tense and chaotic times. Because the best of human nature includes reaching out to help others during difficult periods, people have truly shown up for good causes. During the pandemic, for … Read more
  • Reasons to Share Your Mental Health Story
    Reasons to Share Your Mental Health Story Have you ever noticed that simply discovering you share a difficulty with someone else can be just as comforting as any advice they might give? As is the case for other age groups, teen mental health stories often have much in common. This is excellent for helping adolescents … Read more
  • How Social Resources Can Promote Good Teen Mental Health
    It’s no secret that adolescence is a critical period marked by significant physical, emotional, academic, and social changes. These, combined with the pressure to navigate them all successfully (or appear to), leaves mental health in teens and pre-teens vulnerable to serious challenges. Yet, in part because adolescents are more likely to be influenced by friend and peer relationships, social support can have significant positive outcomes for navigating mental health conflicts. Read on to learn more…