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. TeenScreen 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 screening and supporting programs like TeenScreen in your community.
If you are a teen in distress: Thank you for taking the initiative to contact TeenScreen. 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.
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