have a mental health condition each year.1
of mental illnesses begin by age 14.2
of children reported worsened mental health during the pandemic.3
of working parents have missed work at least once per month to deal with their child's mental health.4
If you’re wondering how to get started, and get past one-word answers, these conversation starters can help. Click either of the above buttons to download a digital deck of 30 conversation starters. You can print this shuffle deck out and use it around the kitchen table, in the car or anywhere you want to strike up a conversation with a teen or young adult, by clicking the printer icon in the top/right corner of your browser window once you have clicked through to the next screen. Or, you can download this PDF to your computer or phone, by clicking download/save icon in the top/right corner of your browser window once you have clicked through to the next screen.
For some families, talking about mental health may be an everyday occurrence. For other families, it may be a new topic, and it may feel a little awkward at first. However, the more you talk about it, the more comfortable it will feel — for you and for them.
As a caregiver, it can be daunting to decide how to help your loved one in a time of crisis or a noticeable shift in mood. The decision support guide is a mental health navigation space that reviews options you have, depending on you and your loved one’s needs. Reference the decision support guide to understand mental health resources that are available to help you connect with the right solution. Fill in your relevant healthcare contact information, download or print the PDF, and store or save in a space that is easy to access when you need it quickly.