Tips for Talking About Your Mental Health: For Teens

By Heather Byrns, LMHC, Clinical Supervisor, William James INTERFACE Referral Service

Tip sheet for teens about how to start a conversation with friends, family or teachers about their mental health.

Recent News

Severe Shortage Of Psychiatrists Exacerbated By Lack Of Federal Funding, by Samantha Raphelson, NPR, Mar 9 2018.
One in 3 Americans Takes Meds That May Cause Depression, by Traci Pedersen, Psych Central, Jun 14 2018.
Rise in U.S. suicides highlights need for new depression drugs, by Julie Steenhuysen, Reuters, Jun 8 2018.

Massachusetts is leading the way in assessment and early identification of mental health concerns in children. Pediatricians are seeing a significant increase in visits for primary mental health needs, and William James INTERFACE is supporting families in making early connections as research has shown that early intervention leads to better outcomes.