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Mental Health Training and Resources for Parents

Mental Health Training and Resources for Parents

Find Your Words

This website by Kaiser Permanente makes it easier to talk about mental health and to encourage more people to ask for help, take steps to help themselves, and support others. 
 

MedlinePlus: Child Mental Health

This website is an online information service for patients, family, and friends. Find reliable and up-to-date information on diseases, conditions, and mental wellness issues. 
*The information on MedlinePlus should not be used as a substitute for professional medical care or advice. Contact a health care provider if you have questions about your health. 
 

Mental Health America: Resources for Parents

This website is a comprehensive resource for mental health and wellbeing for parents. Take a mental health screening, find resources and learn how to support  yourself and your loved ones. 

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: Mental Health for Parents and Caregivers

This website provides access to information about mental health and mental health problems. The goal is to educate and provide guidance for Parents and Caregivers. 
 

The Wellness Lab Resource Page for Parents

This website provides a list of various mental health resources for Parents and Caregivers. 
Other Mental Health Awareness Websites, Publications, and Blogs

Other Mental Health Awareness Websites, Publications, and Blogs

Best Podcasts for Anxiety Disorder 
Anxiety is a common and often overwhelming emotion that can interfere with our daily lives. From expert advice and coping strategies to mindfulness practices and personal stories, these anxiety podcasts offer a range of approaches to dealing with anxiety. 
 
Center for Parent Information & Resources
All the materials found on CPIR Hub have been created and archived for Parent Centers around the country to help them provide support and services to the families they serve. The CPIR Resource Library houses over 1,200 family-friendly materials on key topics for Parent Centers. This includes: fact sheets; IDEA training materials, parent guides; explanations of early intervention and special education, the IFSP, the IEP, and transition planning, webinars on priority topics (such as early learning, assessments, and self-advocacy skill building) 
 
National Parent Helpline
Being a parent is a critically important job, 24 hours a day. Call the National Parent Helpline to get emotional support from a trained advocate and become empowered and a stronger parent. 

Recursos de Salud Mental
Haga clic aquí para obtener una lista de salud mental recursos en español.