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.
2021
- February 2021
Nearly half of California youth report mental health struggles. Plus, 9 ways to help a child who has suicidal thoughts | Mental health podcast with Dr. Heather Huszti | Youth dying by intentional overdose - January 2021
Understanding the grief of 2020. Plus, Positive media distractions | Teen’s body image impact on their mental health | Do masks hide emotions
2020
- December 2020
6 ways to help children with COVID-19 burnout. Plus, Mental health tips during the pandemic | Comic to help address COVID-19 worries | Guided imagery to relax - November 2020
4 ways to help kids cope with social isolation. Plus, 7 tips for managing children’s anxiety | Pandemic’s impact on young adults’ mental health | Suicide prevention resource for parents - October 2020
Orange County to create suicide prevention office. Plus, CHOC partners with Mater Dei to enhance wellness on campus | Stress-busting tips for kids | Mental health toolkit for children - September 2020
Six ways COVID-19 may be impacting your child’s mental health. Plus, Tips to help return to virtual school | Pet loss triggers mental health issues | Supporting children’s emotional safety - August 2020
Steps to Reduce Depression. Plus, LGBTQ Youth Suicide | Mental Health Toolkit | 6 Ways to End Mental Health Stigma | The Pandemic’s Impact on Mental Health - July 2020
5 Tips for Reducing Children’s Fears About Doctors’ Visits During COVID-19. Plus, Teens’ poor sleep linked to mental health problems | Reading list promoting character development | Mental Health Community Resources - June 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 - May 2020
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 - April 2020
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 - March 2020
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 - February 2020
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 - January 2020
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
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- 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
- December 2019
