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The mental health symptoms experienced by children and teens may differ from the symptoms experienced by adults. Because of the unique challenges facing young people with mental health conditions and their families, the Massachusetts General Hospital Department of Psychiatry has created a web site devoted entirely to child and adolescent mental health.
This unique web site, www.schoolpsychiatry.org, was created by – and for – parents, clinicians and educators working together to support the mental health needs of children and teens. Schoolpsychiatry.org offers facts and guidance for adults who shape young people’s lives, including:
- Information on depression, bipolar disorder, attention deficit / hyperactivity disorder, autism spectrum disorders, and anxiety disorders, including panic disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
- Online access to dozens of the most effective, age-appropriate screening tools and rating scales to aid in assessment.
- Recommended interventions for the home and the classroom.
- A guide to the process for assessing the educational needs of students who have mental health conditions.
- Treatment options including counseling and medication.
- Specialized links
Additional resources and information related to children and teens can be found throughout this resource guide, particularly in the following sections:
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