Almost one out of five
teens at some point in their high school career may struggle with a mental health
problem such as depression or anxiety. For some, these problems can clear up
without help. But for others, the problems may get worse, leading to poor
performance at school and a feeling of isolation from friends and family. A mental
health checkup can help you learn if you may be suffering from a serious
mental health problem and how to work with your parents to get help.
“I had a sense that something was going on, but I was afraid to say anything…”
Supporting Teen Mental Health Check-ups in Your Community
Teenagers can play an
important role in helping to raise awareness in their schools and communities
about the problems of depression and other youth mental health issues.
Click hereto learn more about mental health checkups and supporting efforts to
develop a screening program in your community.
If you are a teen in distress: Thank
you for taking the initiative to contact the TeenScreen NationalCenter for Mental Health Checkups. Unfortunately we are not
able to offer online screening or direct mental health services. If you are
thinking about suicide or hurting yourself, or if you think someone you know is
seriously thinking about suicide, please talk to a responsible adult or call (800)
273-TALK (8255). This telephone hotline is available 24 hours a day, seven
days a week. The people who answer this hotline will be able to assist you.
Teens
