Debunking Children's Mental Health Myths
MYTH: Children don't have mental health challenges.
FACT: Children can and DO struggle with their mental health.
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Our Shared Stories
Parenting a child who struggles with their mental health can be tough, but together, we find strength. Explore stories of hope and practical advice from parents who've been where you are now.
Payton Johnson
- 8 min
The Top 5 Things Teachers Say Their Students are Struggling With Right Now
We sat down with teachers from across the state of Pennsylvania to chat with them about how, from their perspective...
Payton Johnson
- 5 min
Our Teenage Girls Are Struggling
30% of the teenage girls surveyed said that they seriously considered dying by suicide.
There is Nothing Like Grandma's Love
Grandma couldn't believe she was back to square one. She thought the days of stepping on Legos were well in her past.
Payton Johnson
- 8 min
What Is A Family Support Partner And How Can They Help My Family?
Do you feel like yours is the only family with so much drama? If so a Family Support Partner (FSP) may be just what you need in your corner
Payton Johnson
- 8 min
My Child is Being Bullied - How Can I Help Them?
"If you don't have a child who is being bullied it is almost impossible to completely understand how painful it is for those parents."
Payton Johnson
- 7 min
Supporting Your Adult Child Who Doesn't Live at Home
Remember, not every check in needs to be serious! Send them a funny video, meme, or post that you came across that made you think of them.
Payton Johnson
- 7 min
Exploring Bipolar Disorder From a First-Hand Perspective
Let’s not use the phrase “I am bipolar.” That label can be heavy. Instead, let’s use the phrase, “I am someone who has bipolar tendencies.”
Payton Johnson
- 4 min
Parenting With a Mental Health Challenge
"I would start to cry and cry because I knew it was coming, and I had no power over it."
Payton Johnson
- 5 min
PA's Mental Health Consent Law is Being Misinterpreted
"This isn't just one facility that's misinterpreting or even just one part of the state. It's happening everywhere."
Payton Johnson
- 8 min
Let's Talk About Bullying
"I think it was third grade when I started to notice that it wasn't so funny anymore. It wasn't just kids being kids joking around.
Payton Johnson
- 7 min
Dyslexia and Its Impact On a Child's Mental Health
"The reality is the system isn’t built to be changed overnight. You don’t have that time," said Zolet, school counselor at the Gow School.
Payton Johnson
- 5 min
My Child Told Me They Need Help; Now What?
These are the first 3 things you can do to ensure that your child knows you are here for them if they ask for help with their mental health.
Payton Johnson
- 6 min
How One Mother is Using Her Lived Experiences to Spread Suicide Awareness
Hear her story about how suicide has impacted her family and how she actively works to spread awareness about the topic.
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