Helpful Resources

We have a variety of recommended resources available for families, students, and educators. Click the section that applies most to you to access resources.

Resources for Families

Title / Author	Summary
Breaking Through to Teens: A new Psychotherapy for the New Adolescence by Ron Taffel	This book explores the thinking and behaviors of teenagers and is based on Relational-Behavioral Therapy, which creates a revolving connection with teens. As part of this book, the author provides specific cases to relate some of the concepts to actual daily life events.
How to Talk So Teens Will Listen And Listen So Teens Will Talk by A. Faber and E. Mazlish	From curfews to sex and drugs, it gives parents the tools to help their children safely navigate the often-stormy years of adolescence. It also offers innovative, easy-to-implement suggestions and proven techniques to build the foundation for lasting relationships.
Warning Signs: A Parenting Guide For Discovering If Your Teen Is At Risk For Depression, Addiction Or Suicide (First Edition) by J. Davis and G. Davis	This guide examines concerns on various topics involving teens and helps parents differentiate typical behaviors from destructive behaviors.
Positive Parenting: An Essential Guide by R. Eanes	A guide to support solutions and to avoid conflict between the parent and child relationship.
A Brief Guide to Teen Suicide Prevention: For Parents, Teachers, Clergy, and Friends by K. Henderson	The author of this book shares his personal experience with suicide to help guide others through the experience in an effort to help other teens.
Night Falls Fast: Understanding Suicide (First Edition) by K. Jamison	The author of this book is a clinical psychologist that shares insights from a comprehensive perspective. From culture perspectives to treatments, many things are discussed on the topic of suicide.
Stress Free Kids: A Parent’s Guide to Helping Build Self-Esteem, Manage Stress, And Reduce Anxiety in Children by L. Lite	Parents gain tips and learn coping strategies to help their children navigate demands in technology, bullying, academics, and family dynamics.
A Parent's Guide for Suicidal and Depressed Teens: Help for Recognizing If a Child Is in Crisis And What To Do About It by K. Williams	This guide reviews the signs of a child in crisis, how to find immediate help, and how to deal with ongoing adolescent issues. The guide also focuses on aspects of the family in connection to suicide.
Youth Mental Health by Justin Healey	This book advises parents and friends on how to help someone with a mood disorder as well as shares options for mental health assessments, treatments, and therapies for teenagers who are struggling to cope. The book also focuses on self-harm and suicidal behaviors, revealing the latest approaches to reducing youth suicide.
Children and Mental Health: Is This Just a Stage? by National Institute of Mental Health	This publication details when families should seek help for their children and what options are available for help.
Adolescent Depression: A Guide for Parents by Francis Mark Mondimore and Patrick Kelly	Using the latest research from the field of adolescent psychiatry, this guide gives comprehensive, compassionate insights and answers to the many questions parents have about Adolescent Depression.

Resources for Students

Books

Title / Author	Summary
The Power to Prevent Suicide: A Guide for Teens Helping Teens by Richard E. Nelson and Judith Galas	Learn about the various elements involving suicide that are also covered in the Adapt for Life program.
How to Like Yourself: A Teen’s Guide to Quieting Your Inner Critic and Building Lasting Self-Esteem by D. Bradshaw	Build self-esteem as well as learn how to overcome negative self-talk with this practical guide.
Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff for Teens by R. Carlson	Get advice and tips on how to manage the challenges and stress of being a teenager.
Get Out of Your Mind and Into Your Life for Teens: A Guide to Living an Extraordinary Life by J. Ciarrochi, L. Hayes, A. Bailey, and S. Hayes	Learn new skills for dealing with the various emotions that cause stress.
Think Good, Feel Good: A Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Workbook for Children and Young People (Second Edition) by Paul Stallard	Understand the core principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy used by mental health professionals working with children and young people. This practical resource also includes flexible interactive materials to structure and facilitate work with young clients.
How to Get Unstuck from the Negative Muck: A Kid's Guide to Getting Rid of Negative Thinking by Lake Sullivan, PhD	Find healthy ways to cope with negative thoughts with this kid-friendly text that features interactive cartoons and engaging journal exercises for young people.

Videos

Title / Author	Summary
I’m Jacqui and This Is My #iAM1N5 Journey by 1N5	Jacqui wants to send the message that mental illness isn’t something you can just “get over”—it’s biology and not your fault
Depression: Talking About Mental Health by Mind, the mental health charity	Five people talk about their experiences of depression, including how it feels, what's helped them, and how friends and family can help.
Five Ways to Talk to Your Parents About Depression by Psych2go	Get practical advice and information about depression such as how to talk with parents about it and how to ask parents for help.

Title / Author

Summary

I’m Jacqui and This Is My #iAM1N5 Journey

by 1N5

Jacqui wants to send the message that mental illness isn’t something you can just “get over”—it’s biology and not your fault

Depression: Talking About Mental Health

by Mind, the mental health charity

Five people talk about their experiences of depression, including how it feels, what's helped them, and how friends and family can help.

Five Ways to Talk to Your Parents About Depression

by Psych2go

Get practical advice and information about depression such as how to talk with parents about it and how to ask parents for help.

Podcasts

Title / Author	Summary
The Dark Place	A place for parents and teens to hear the real-life stories of people dealing with mental health issues and to understand that they are not alone.
Everybody Blurts hosted by Jane Hardy	Find out about resources, support systems, tips and suggestions for managing depression and leading a successful life.
Teen Wealth	Available on Apple podcasts and Spotify, hear inspiring stories, tips, and advice about eating disorders, mental health, self-esteem, and a host of other topics that teens are faced with.
The Youth Mentor Podcast hosted by Amanda Rootsey	Teens share their personal stories and struggles with mental health to motivate and inspire others who may be struggling.
This is Normal: I Want People to Understand That They're Not Alone hosted by Marquette University and USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin	Available on Apple podcast, Google play, Stitcher and Overcast apps, young people talk about their own mental health challenges—and how they got through them.

Other

Title / Author	Summary
Save a Friend: Tips for Teens to Prevent Suicide	Learn to recognize suicide warning signs and steps for helping a friend.
Jason Foundation	Gain access to a wide range of information on suicide prevention for students, parents, and educators.
Kids Health by The Nemours Foundation	Get information about the overall health of minors, along with tips and support for families. Information is divided and available by audience: parents, kids, and teens.
Your Presence is a Present by Ohio Mental Health and Addiction Services (OhioMHAS)	Promote wellness and recovery as well as encourage peer groups (siblings and friends) to take more responsibility for each other.
HealthyMinds	Available as an app for iPhone or Android, students are given problem-solving techniques to help them deal with stress.
Calm	Available for iPhone, this app is intended to help reduce anxiety, improve sleep, provide meditation techniques, and help you feel more connected to yourself by using breathing techniques.
Teen Depression by NIMH	Access a detailed, informational, multi-page brochure on teenage depression.

Resources for Educators

Books

Title / Author	Summary
Crazy-Stressed: Saving Today's Overwhelmed Teens with Love, Laughter, And The Science of Resilience by Bradley, M.	Get a look at the teenage psychology that drives adolescent anger, depression, and negative behaviors, as well as get tips for helping teens regain balance through coping strategies.
What Works with Teens: A Professional’s Guide to Engaging Authentically with Adolescents to Achieve Lasting Change by B. Rathbone, J. Baron, and R. Wiseman	Learn how to engage youth to provide lasting change with this guide.
Youth Mental Health by Justin Healey	This book advises parents and friends on how to help someone with a mood disorder as well as shares options for mental health assessments, treatments, and therapies for teenagers who are struggling to cope. The book also focuses on self-harm and suicidal behaviors, revealing the latest approaches to reducing youth suicide.
The Teacher’s Guide to Student Mental Health by William Dikel	This teacher-focused guide to student mental health offers educators effective classroom interventions to use to provide optimal educational experiences. This guide also profiles successful programs provided by school districts in collaboration with community mental health professionals.

Videos and Podcasts

Online

Title / Author	Summary
Mental Health—A Collection of TED Talks (and more) on the Topic of Mental Health from Ted.com	A good resource for educators and parents, there are a variety of talks/videos on mental health, with some videos specific to suicide.
Lessons for SEL by Byron McClure, National Certified School Psychologist	This is a playlist of short videos explaining how SEL lessons can be used as prompts during restorative circles, as warm-up activities for large or small groups, or as think-pair-share activities.

Title / Author

Summary

Mental Health—A Collection of TED Talks (and more) on the Topic of Mental Health

from Ted.com

A good resource for educators and parents, there are a variety of talks/videos on mental health, with some videos specific to suicide.

Lessons for SEL

by Byron McClure, National Certified School Psychologist

This is a playlist of short videos explaining how SEL lessons can be used as prompts during restorative circles, as warm-up activities for large or small groups, or as think-pair-share activities.

Title / Author	Summary
Adolescent Connectedness by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention	This information explains how youth connectedness is a key protective factor for health and wellbeing. The CDC also has additional resources for parents, healthcare professionals, and educators.
Preventing Youth Suicide: Tips for Parents and Educators by NASP website	Get an overview of the risk factors, warning signs, and resiliency factors regarding suicide. Steps are also provided on what to do if a youth is feeling suicidal.
Preventing Suicide: Role of High School Teachers by SPRC website	This factsheet helps educators be aware of the warning signs of suicide and how to prevent it.
Teaching Tolerance by Southern Poverty Law Center	This resource helps students explore identity and diversity, recognize injustice, and learn to take action. This resource also offers learning plans and lessons educators can use.
Preventing Suicide: A Toolkit for High Schools by Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration (SAMHSA)	A toolkit to assist high schools and school districts with designing and implementing strategies to prevent suicide and promote behavioral health. Toolkit includes implementation tools for a multifaceted suicide prevention program that addresses students’ various needs and cultures.
12 Resources to Help You Address Mental Health in Schools by ASCD Guest Blogger	Access and explore mental health resources ranging from blogs to books.
Classroom Mental Health—A Teacher’s Toolkit for High School	Get mental health tips and tools to use in the classroom.
Teen Depression by NIMH	Use and share this helpful brochure with students and families to help inform them about teen depression.