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How to Heal After Trauma for Teens
A trauma is any event that’s deeply upsetting, scary, or harmful. It can cause you to fear for your life or safety. Here’s how to help handle the stress, get support, and find ways to cope.
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Myasthenia Gravis for Parents
Myasthenia gravis (or myasthenia) happens when voluntary muscles get weaker. Treatments can help symptoms.
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How Can I Help a Friend Who Is Depressed? for Teens
Depression can make it hard for someone to see a better future. Here's how to help a friend who's depressed.
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About Teen Suicide for Parents
When a teen commits suicide, everyone is affected. The reasons behind a suicide or attempted suicide can be complex, but often there are warning signs.
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Health Care Providers: Social Workers for Parents
Social workers are mental health providers. They’re trained to evaluate and address each family’s unique emotional and social needs.
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Sickle Cell Disease Factsheet (for Schools) for Parents
If you're a teacher, here's what you need to know about sickle cell disease and how to support your students.
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Depression: What You Need to Know for Teens
Depression is very common. For information about depression and feeling better, read this article for teens.
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What Is Xylazine? for Parents
Xylazine is a tranquilizer used by veterinarians that is also used as a street drug mixed with other drugs (mainly fentanyl) to increase the effects and lower the price.
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What Is Fentanyl? for Parents
Fentanyl is a synthetic (man-made) opioid that doctors can prescribe to treat pain. Fentanyl is also made illegally and sold as a street drug.
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Disasters: How Families Can Help for Parents
When disasters strike, it's natural for people to want to help. Here are some ways to do that.