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Publications about Children and Adolescents

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder: What You Need to Know
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder: What You Need to Know

Information about symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and resources for children, teens, and adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

En español

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Autism Spectrum Disorder

Information about autism spectrum disorder (ASD) including signs and symptoms, causes, risk factors, diagnosis in children, teens, and adults, and treatments.

En español

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Bipolar Disorder in Children and Teens

Information about bipolar disorder in children and teens including causes, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and how to help.

En español

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Bipolar Disorder in Teens and Young Adults: Know the Signs

This infographic presents common signs and symptoms of bipolar disorder in teens and young adults.

En español

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Children and Mental Health: Is This Just a Stage?

Information on children’s mental health including behavioral assessments, when to seek help, treatment, and guidance on working with your child’s school.

En español

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Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder: The Basics

Information about disruptive mood dysregulation disorder, including a what it is, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and tips for parents and caregivers.

En español

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Get Excited About Mental Health Research!

This printable coloring and activity book for children ages 8-12 has information about mental health research and paths to becoming a mental health researcher.

En español

Get Excited About The Brain! A Coloring and Activity Book for Kids Ages 8-12
Get Excited About the Brain!

This free science education activity book helps kids ages 8-12 learn facts about the brain with coloring and puzzles about brain science and research.

En español

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Helping Children and Adolescents Cope With Traumatic Events

This fact sheet presents information on how children and adolescents respond to traumatic events, and what family, friends, and trusted adults can do to help.

En español

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I’m So Stressed Out! Fact Sheet

This fact sheet is intended for teens and young adults and presents information about stress, anxiety, and ways to cope when feeling overwhelmed.

En español

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I’m So Stressed Out! Infographic

A brief social media graphic about stress, anxiety, and ways to cope when feeling overwhelmed.

En español

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Let’s Talk About Eating Disorders

This infographic presents facts that can help shape conversations around eating disorders.

En español

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PANDAS—Questions and Answers

Information about causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections.

En español

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Stand Up to Stress!

This free coloring and activity book helps kids learn simple ways to manage stress and boost their mental well-being.

En español

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Stress Catcher

A free, printable “fortune teller” craft for children that offers coping strategies for stress. Includes instructions to create and use the Stress Catcher.

En español

Teen Depression
Teen Depression: More Than Just Moodiness

This fact sheet is intended for teens and young adults and presents information about how to recognize the symptoms of depression and how to get help.

En español

The Teen Brain: 7 Things to Know
The Teen Brain: 7 Things to Know

Learn about how the teen brain grows, matures, and adapts to the world.

En español

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Understanding Psychosis

This fact sheet presents information on psychosis including causes, signs and symptoms, treatment, and resources for help.

En español

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What Are Common Types of Eating Disorders?

Information about eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa, binge-eating disorder, bulimia nervosa, and avoidant restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID).