Resources for Students
Welcome to the student section of the Learning Center! Here, you’ll find resources to help you manage stress, navigate social media, and support your own mental health and well-being. From coping strategies to tips on talking to parents or friends, these tools are designed to empower you to thrive.
Coping Skills & Wellness
Coping Skills Checklist
A quick-reference list of strategies for managing stress and difficult emotions, helping you find techniques that work for you.
We all need space to pause
Take Space to Pause encourages teens to focus on their mental health by pausing to reflect and reset. It offers resources and strategies to build resilience and find balance.
How to Talk to My Parents or Guardian (NAMI)
Guidance on opening up to parents or guardians about mental health, with advice on starting meaningful conversations.
Teen Depression: More Than Just Moodiness (NIMH)
An overview of depression, providing insights into what it feels like and how to recognize signs that may need attention.
Coping Mechanisms
Explore effective ways to navigate life’s challenges in ‘Coping Mechanisms.’ This video dives into practical strategies for managing stress, building resilience, and maintaining emotional well-being.
What is Self-Care?
Discover the power of self-care with practical tips and personal stories on recharging your mind and body through activities like exercise, journaling, and connecting with loved ones.
8 Self-Care Tips for Teens
Self-Care for Teens provides practical tips and advice to help teens prioritize their mental and emotional well-being through healthy habits, mindfulness, and self-compassion.
Social Media & Mental Health
Social Media and Mental Health
An exploration of how social media can affect your mental health, with tips on staying balanced online.
How Teens View Social Media's Impact on Their Mental Health
Real insights from teens on the positive and negative effects of social media, helping you reflect on your own experiences.
Social Media and Mental Health
Learn how social media impacts mental health and discover practical tips to set boundaries, stay connected, and use it mindfully for better well-being.
Stress, Anxiety & Depression
Anxiety is terrifying. Learn what this teen does about it.
High school junior Raci Levine shares how writing helps her manage anxiety. She leads her school newspaper’s Features section and promotes diversity as president of Mira Costa’s American Jewish Cultural Club.
I'm So Stressed Out!
A guide to understanding and managing everyday stress, with advice on finding healthy ways to cope.
Mental Health Minute: Stress and Anxiety in Adolescents
Take a minute to learn about anxiety in adolescents and discover effective coping strategies like journaling, mindfulness, and reaching out for support.
Calm Minds: A Guide to Easing Anxiety
Tips and techniques to help you manage anxiety, including calming exercises and ways to stay grounded.
Supporting Your Friends
3 Ways to Support a Friend
Simple, effective actions you can take to help a friend who might be going through a tough time.
Never a Bother
Never a Bother is a California initiative encouraging teens and young adults to seek help for mental health struggles. It provides resources, crisis helplines, and personal stories to promote connection and support.
How to Support a Friend with Mental Health Challenges
A guide on providing compassionate, practical support to friends facing mental health struggles.
are you okay?
This animated short film project of the Barbara Sinatra Children’s Center Foundation was produced in collaboration with Wonder Media and the Joshua Center at the University of Washington.
Mental Health Awareness & Resources
Mental Health Guide
An introduction to mental health topics, covering why it’s important and how you can take care of your own well-being.
Coping Tips for Traumatic Events and Disasters
Practical strategies for dealing with traumatic experiences, helping you regain a sense of control and stability.
Questions to Ask When Talking to Mental Health Professionals
Helpful questions to consider when speaking with mental health professionals, guiding you to get the support you need.
I Think I Have a Mental Health Problem: Who Can I Talk To?
Guidance on finding trusted people in your life who can provide support and help when you’re struggling.
We All Have Mental Health
“We all have mental health” emphasizes the importance of understanding, talking about, and supporting mental well-being through personal stories and coping strategies.