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Anxiety & Depression in Children
The MHS Counseling Department is here to help parents, guardians, friends, and family members in locating additional support for your MHS student beyond the school day. If you are concerned that your child may be experiencing depression or anxiety, please reach out to their school counselor. We encourage you to explore the resources on this page!
Depression
Depression
"Depression (major depressive disorder or clinical depression) is a common but serious mood disorder. It causes severe symptoms that affect how you feel, think, and handle daily activities, such as sleeping, eating, or working. To be diagnosed with depression, the symptoms must be present for at least two weeks"
"Depression (major depressive disorder or clinical depression) is a common but serious mood disorder. It causes severe symptoms that affect how you feel, think, and handle daily activities, such as sleeping, eating, or working. To be diagnosed with depression, the symptoms must be present for at least two weeks"
(National Institute of Mental Health, 2018).
(National Institute of Mental Health, 2018).
Helplines
Crisis Call Center: 800-273-8255 or text ANSWER to 839863
National Institute of Mental Health Information Center: 866-615-6464
(8 a.m. to 8 p.m. EST, Monday to Friday)National Mental Health Association Hotline: 800-273-TALK (8255)
National Suicide Hotline: 800-SUICIDE (784-2433) or 800-442-HOPE (4673)
SAMHSA’s National Helpline – 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Thursday’s Child National Youth Advocacy Hotline: 800-USA-KIDS (800-872-5437)
The Trevor Project: 866-4-U-TREVOR
Anxiety
Anxiety
"Anxiety is an emotion characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts and physical changes like increased blood pressure.
"Anxiety is an emotion characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts and physical changes like increased blood pressure.
People with anxiety disorders usually have recurring intrusive thoughts or concerns. They may avoid certain situations out of worry. They may also have physical symptoms such as sweating, trembling, dizziness or a rapid heartbeat"
People with anxiety disorders usually have recurring intrusive thoughts or concerns. They may avoid certain situations out of worry. They may also have physical symptoms such as sweating, trembling, dizziness or a rapid heartbeat"
(American Psychological Association, 2021).
(American Psychological Association, 2021).
Helplines
Crisis Call Center: 800-273-8255 or text ANSWER to 839863
National Institute of Mental Health Information Center: 866-615-6464
(8 a.m. to 8 p.m. EST, Monday to Friday)National Mental Health Association Hotline: 800-273-TALK (8255)
Freedom From Fear: 718-351-1717
Apps to Help Your Teen Calm their Mind
Apps to Help Your Teen Calm their Mind
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