CHOC Children's Mental Health Update | August 2020
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Thank you Friend,

for being a champion for kids with mental illness in your community. Learn how you can help start the conversation about pediatric mental illness.

Taking Steps to Reduce Depression
A recent study found that even light exercise may protect children from developing depression. The research revealed that 60 minutes of activities, ranging from biking to painting, a day at age 12 was linked to a 10% reduction in depression at age 18.

Thoughts of Suicide High for LGBTQ Youth
Forty percent of LGBTQ adolescents have had thoughts of suicide in the last year, according to a survey from The Trevor Project. Those with an accepting adult in their lives, however, were 40% less likely to attempt suicide.

Mental Health Toolkit at Your Fingertips
CHOC’s mental health team curated helpful resources on some of the most common pediatric mental health topics, including anxiety, depression and suicide prevention. Resources are arranged by audience, including children, parents and school staff members.

Six Ways to End Mental Health Stigma
In many cultures, negative stigma about mental health prevents people from getting professional help. In this blog post, CHOC psychologist Dr. Sheila Modir addresses the impact culture has on individuals’ understanding, interpretation and beliefs around mental health illness, and offers six tips that can help children and families feel more comfortable accessing care.

The Pandemic’s Impact on Mental Health
More than 40% of college-aged people are experiencing depression or anxiety. Mental health professionals fear the isolation and disruption caused by COVID-19 will only exacerbate these issues. Here are some ways families can mitigate the pandemic’s impact on their mental well-being.


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