Mental Health Update newsletter is intended to share news and information about the need for pediatric mental health services in Orange County and CHOC’s role in meeting those needs.
2020
How to talk to kids about racism. Plus, Long-term mental health effects of social distancing | Guided imagery for kids | 6 tips for coping with uncertain times
How to use a penny to teach mindfulness to kids. Plus, Tips to help teens comply with stay-at-home orders | 7 ways to talk about disappointment | Teaching family values in times of crises
How parents can deal with COVID-19 stress. Plus, Ways to reduce COVID-19 anxiety in kids | Teach kids to be resilient | Free mental health resources
Tips to help kids cope with anxiety about coronavirus. Plus, How family dynamics impact suicidal thoughts | An important skill parents should instill in kids | Ocean Institute experience at CHOC
CHOC’s chief psychologist invited to state of the union. Plus, 5 ways to help kids cope with grief | High school athletes at increased risk for suicide | Most popular sport highlights mental health
Could you recognize depression in your child? Plus, 3 ways to help your stressed-out teen | Normalizing the mental health hospital experience | Warning signs of problematic online habits
2019
- December 2019
CHOC expands mental health services with transformational gift. Plus, Childhood trauma and personality disorder | Early intervention for adolescents with psychosis | The story of two friends’ journey - November 2019
Orange County sees spike in pediatric mental health hospitalizations. Plus, mental health prep for college-bound kids | The impact of sibling bullying | 3 ways childhood trauma impacts adulthood - October 2019
Could you spot these social media red flags? Plus, Air pollution linked to mental health problems | Addressing bullying | Harmful hazing | Helping kids after traumatic events - September 2019
How to deal with bullies: tips from teens. Plus, Remedies for back-to-school anxiety | Teaching kids to be independent | The impact of racism on kids’ health - August 2019
Does your child suffer from anxiety? Plus, How to raise kind kids | New law permits “mental health days” for students | Hispanics mental health crisis - July 2019
Tips for enjoying an unplugged family vacation. Plus, Are Americans getting angrier | Latest suicide stats | 4 ways to become digital mentors | 3 things to help your kids be ad savvy - June 2019
Suicide rates on the rise for young girls. Plus, Cookie Monster teaches self-regulation | Signs your child is struggling with anxiety | 5 practices for boosting emotional well-being - May 2019
Easy tips for calming anxiety. Plus, Warning signs of suicidal behavior | The impact of childhood trauma | Benefits of team sports and much more! - April 2019
Orange County funds suicide-prevention program. Plus, Helping teens face college rejections | Weathering emotional storms | Supporting kids after a tragedy | Coping with depression - March 2019
Teens say depression is bigger problem than drugs. Plus, New hope for cyberbullying victims | Surviving teen years | Books to help your child’s anxiety | Steps to muscle relaxation benefits - February 2019
Tips for preparing your teen for a healthy relationship. Plus, Depression among girls | Encouraging self-acceptance | Ways to engage in positive self-talk - January 2019
How your family can make – and keep – new year’s resolutions. Plus, Increase in gun related suicides | Is social media a cause for concern? | How to help your teen quit vaping
