6 ways to help children with COVID-19 burnout
For many of us, the pandemic has created a “new normal” as efforts to curb the spread of the virus have changed what day-to-day life looks like. Kids and teens are struggling with challenges brought on by COVID-19, potentially resulting in feeling burnt out. Here are six ways to help kids cope.

Mental health tips during the pandemic
For many of us, the COVID-19 pandemic has created a fluid environment that has forced us to adapt to countless changes in many areas of our lives. CHOC’s mental health experts offer their go-to mental health tips for family members of all ages.

Just for kids: special comic to help address COVID-19 worries
There are several ways kids can help manage their worries about the pandemic, but perhaps none quite as unique as this comic. It was developed based on NPR interviews with academicians, as well as representatives from National Institute of Mental Health and Sesame Workshop.

Pandemic’s impact on children’s mental health
While the pandemic is still unfolding, what researchers have measured about its impact thus far is troubling. Multiple surveys reveal a worsening of pediatric mental health problems, such as depression and anxiety. This NPR article highlights the surveys and their results.

How to use guided imagery to relax
Guided imagery is most often used as a relaxation technique that involves sitting or lying quietly and imagining a favorite, peaceful setting like a beach, meadow or forest. By imagining sights, sounds, smells, tastes and other sensations, you can create a kind of daydream that “removes” you or gives you control over a present situation. To help, CHOC psychologists created these 15 guided imagery scenarios.