Mental health
Discover empowering resources, insightful TED Talks, and supportive tools designed to help teens and young adults navigate relationships, manage stress, and enhance emotional well-being
Self-awareness
Mindfulness for Teens guides teens in stress management and well-being enhancement through simple mindfulness practices.
Teen self-awareness tool is an insightful resource that is designed to empower you with essential skills for understanding your feelings, building meaningful relationships, and thriving during these transformative years!
Emotional Regulation
Mental Health First Aid uses evidence-based prevention strategies that aim to equip individuals with vital tools to overcome mental health challenges.
Coping Skills Toolkit is filled with practical strategies, activities, and positive self-talk techniques designed to empower teens and young adults to effectively manage stress, anxiety, and emotional challenges while fostering resilience and well-being.
Regulating emotions in adulthood is an insightful article that empowers young individuals to manage their emotions and make informed decisions during emotional distress, offering hope as they navigate the social and emotional challenges of their development.
Your Safe Space for Mental Health Support
7 Cups offers a safe, supportive community where you can connect with trained listeners anytime for free and share your thoughts.
Crisis Text Line provides immediate, confidential support from trained crisis counselors, ready to help you through any tough moment, 24/7.
The Trevor Project provides a 24/7 Suicide Hotline for LGBTQ Youth the support to overcome issues such as coming out, identity development, depression, and suicide.
National 24-hour Crisis hotline: call or text 988
NAMI HelpLine supports young adults with essential resources, education, and community connections to tackle mental health issues.
Teen Help provides a supportive community and expert resources for teens and young adults to explore mental health topics, share experiences, and develop essential coping skills in a safe and anonymous environment.
Leading Online Therapy Platforms
Talkspace connects you with licensed therapists through a secure online platform, offering flexible and personalized therapy sessions to fit your lifestyle.
BetterHelp provides access to professional counseling services online, making mental health support more accessible and tailored to your individual needs.
Mindfulness and Meditation Apps
Calm provides a serene space for you to explore mindfulness and relaxation techniques, helping you find peace and improve your mental well-being.
Headspace offers guided meditation and mindfulness exercises designed to support your mental health and bring calm to your daily life.
Game On
Dive into a world where education meets entertainment with MentalUP innovative games, transforming learning for teenagers into an exciting adventure that boosts cognitive abilities and fosters growth!
Explore engaging interactive games with Mental Health Delta Division to boost your mental well-being and learn essential skills through fun, educational activities tailored for teens and young adults!
SuperBetter: is an engaging online platform that helps users build resilience and improve mental well-being by transforming personal challenges into fun, interactive quests.
Embark on an interactive adventure in mental wellness with the Stigma-Free Student Mental Health Toolkit’s Teen Corner, where activities blend learning and play into a dynamic gaming experience for teens!
Mental Health Insights: Transformative TED Talks for Youth
"The Power of Vulnerability" with Brené Brown
Brené Brown explores how embracing vulnerability can lead to deeper connections and greater emotional well-being.
"Why We All Need to Practice Emotional First Aid" with Guy Winch
Guy Winch emphasizes the importance of treating emotional pain with the same care as physical injuries to maintain mental health.
"Getting Stuck in the Negatives (and How to Get Unstuck)" with Alison Ledgerwood
Alison Ledgerwood discusses strategies to shift our mindset from focusing on negatives to embracing positive thinking.
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Baldwin County Public Schools. (n.d.). Coping skills toolkit. Retrieved October 10, 2024, from https://www.bcbe.org/cms/lib/AL01901374/Centricity/Domain/1760/Coping%20Skills%20Toolkit.pdf
BetterHelp. (n.d.). BetterHelp: Online therapy for you. Retrieved October 5, 2024, from https://www.betterhelp.com/
Calm. (n.d.). Calm: Sleep, meditation, and relaxation. Retrieved October 10, 2024, from https://www.calm.com/
Complete Care for Kids. (n.d.). Teen self-awareness tools. Retrieved October 10, 2024, from https://completecareforkids.org/getattachment/88fca451-ec57-4ec4-a569-eea7cc1ad53d/Teen-Self-Awareness-Tools.aspx
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MentalUP. (n.d.). Learning games for teenagers. Retrieved October 5, 2024, from https://www.mentalup.co/blog/learning-games-for-teenagers
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National Alliance on Mental Illness. (n.d.). NAMI Helpline. Retrieved October 5, 2024, from https://www.nami.org/support-education/nami-helpline/
Psych2Go. (2020). 10 things Only Self-Aware People do [Video]. YouTube. Retrieved October 10, 2024, from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7q68jtJKfY
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TED. (2015). How to practice emotional first aid | Guy Winch | TED [Video]. Retrieved October 17, 2024, from YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2hc2FLOdhI
TED-Ed. (2023). How to manage your emotions [Video]. YouTube. Retrieved on October 5, 2024, from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uew5BbvmLks
TEDx Talks. (2013). Getting stuck in the negatives (and how to get unstuck) | Alison Ledgerwood | TEDxUCDavis [Video]. YouTube. Retrieved October 17, 2024, from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7XFLTDQ4JMk
The Trevor Project. (n.d.). Get help. Retrieved October 8, 2024, from https://www.thetrevorproject.org/get-help/