Kids and teens
Children and teens have big feelings too. Here are signs worth a call, where to start, and how school can help.
Signs worth a call
- Big changes in sleep, eating, grades, or friends.
- Pulling away from family or activities they loved.
- Worry or sadness that lasts for weeks.
- Talk about hurting themselves, or self-harm. Call or text 988 today.
Where to start
- Talk to your child's doctor. They can screen and refer.
- Find child therapists or teen therapists.
- Teens can call or text 988 themselves, any time.
Help at school
- School counselors and psychologists can help and connect you to care.
- A 504 plan or IEP can include supports for mental health needs.
- Learn about IEPs on IDD Atlas.
Last reviewed: October 2026. Programs, phone lines, and rules change. Check with the program named on this page. Report outdated or wrong information.