Whether you are a parent of grade schooler or a student in your senior year in college, good mental health is just as important as general health for academic success. Use our fact sheets to help you navigate problems and find resources.
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https://www.mhanational.org/childrens-mental-health
Do you have concerns about a child’s mental or behavioral health? Help is out there, but it can be difficult and confusing to find the right service(s).
The WI Children's Mental & Behavioral Health Navigator is a free, confidential, online tool of the Well Badger Resource Center, which helps parents, caregivers, and professionals navigate mental and behavioral health services and support for children, adolescents, and young adults under the age of 21.
We’re here to help make things a little easier! Try the Mental & Behavioral Health Navigator at www.cmbh-navigator.org.
The Child Mind Institute is an independent, national nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families struggling with mental health and learning disorders. Their teams work every day to deliver the highest standards of care, advance the science of the developing brain and empower parents, professionals and policymakers to support children when and where they need it most.
Mental health conditions are common among teens and young adults. 50% of all lifetime mental illnesses develop by age 14 and 75% develop by age 24. A mental health condition isn't your fault or your family's fault — these conditions develop for complicated reasons that researchers are only just starting to understand. But we do know a lot about how you can live well with a mental health condition. You have the power to improve your mental health. And it starts with one conversation.
The Mindful Classroom Initiative team has compiled a collection of their favorite mindfulness practices for youth. Please visit often as we continue to find more practices and create new videos.
The benefits of play for youth are many. Whether it be improving academic learning, decreasing anxiety and depression, or developing focus, coordination, and cooperation in a fun way, play is a great way to improve the overall health and wellness of our children. Join us for many fun adventures for kids and families throughout Sheboygan County. In person and virtual classes and events available.
Please visit the Sheboygan County Mental Health Directory for local youth resources and support.
