February 12, 2025 Child Mind Institute: Parenting in a Complex World The Child Mind Institute will host its upcoming spring luncheon “Parenting in a Complex World” in May. Learn More The luncheon’s theme will focus on how children and parents can cope during challenging times. It will include a conversation with award-winning journalist Melinda Wenner Moyer, Dr. Adam Zamora of the Child Mind Institute, and moderator Ali Wentworth. All donations raised during the event will sustain the Child Mind Institute’s efforts to improve the mental health of children and families through clinical care, science, and public education. The event will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, May 12. Registration is now open.
February 10, 2025 Child Mind Institute Offers Resources on Monitoring Teen Social Media Behavior The Child Mind Institute has put together a list of resources on how parents can – or whether they should – monitor their teen’s social media behavior. Learn More While some might argue that monitoring a teen’s social media behavior is an invasion of privacy, others would say that doing so is necessary amid growing concerns about cyberbullying and the negative effects that social media can have on self-esteem. The Child Mind Institute’s list of resources includes tips and tools for monitoring one’s child’s social media use. It also provides information on how to know when a child is ready for a social media account and useful strategies to help get them started. The resources also cover the potential negative effects of social media on teens and methods to shield them from harm. There’s also information on how to recognize the signs if one’s child is being cyberbullied and when to intervene as well as advice on enforcing time limits for social media and video games. Resources The Child Mind Institute’s list of resources includes: How Much Should You Monitor Your Teen’s Social Media? When Are Kids Ready for Social Media? How Using Social Media Affects Teenagers How to Help Kids Deal with Cyberbullying Healthy Limits on Video Games Media Guidelines for Kids of All Ages
January 27, 2025 Child Mind Institute Shares Resources on Teen Depression The Child Mind Institute recently shared a variety of resources on how to combat teenage depression, which it noted has been on the rise. Learn More According to the institute, prolonged sadness or irritability has become more prevalent among teenagers. Its resources tackle antidepressant medication, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and behavioral activation, which uses activity to combat depression. The Child Mind Institute also explores the recent increased use of ketamine to alleviate depression symptoms when used in a controlled setting. It also writes about the use of transcranial magnetic stimulation, a noninvasive treatment that uses magnetic impulses to stimulate a brain region that is underactive with those suffering from depression. The full list of resources includes: What to Do If You Think Your Teenager is Depressed Depression and Anger Medication for Kids with Depression Acceptance and Commitment Therapy What is Behavioral Activation? Ketamine Treatment for Depression TMS Treatment for Depression
November 14, 2024 Paths to Equity: Addressing Mental Health Disparities for Black and Hispanic Youth Fort Health and the Child Mind Institute will host a free webinar that addresses mental health outcomes among Black and Hispanic youth. Learn More The goal of Paths to Equity: Addressing Mental Health Disparities for Black and Hispanic Youth is to provide actionable advice for caregivers, educators, primary care providers, and communities to address challenges. The suicide rate among Black youth is rising faster than other racial or ethnic group in the United States. At school, Black and mixed-race students are 3.5 times more likely to be suspended than their white peers. Hispanic youth are 60% more likely than their white peers to report poor or reduced mental health, but are 43% less likely to receive care. Topics The webinar’s topics will include: Examining the causes of mental health disparities among Black and Hispanic youth Discussing how schools, culturally competent care, early intervention, and practical skills for caregivers can help improve outcomes Learning about available resources and programs The webinar will begin at 5:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, Nov. 20. Registration for the webinar is now open.
September 20, 2024 Child Mind Institute: On the Shoulders of Giants Scientific Symposium The Child Mind Institute will explore the rapidly evolving landscape of anxiety care and the potential of next-generation treatments during a free virtual event. Learn More The 14th annual On the Shoulders of Giants Scientific Symposium will feature Dr. Rachel Klein, who will highlight recent breakthroughs in understanding anxiety disorders. She will also discuss the disorders’ underpinnings and the applications of findings toward new treatments. The presentations will be followed by a roundtable discussion among experts in psychiatry, neuroscience, and digital therapeutics, who will examine the future of anxiety care and its implications for patients. The event will also delve into cutting-edge approaches poised to redefine treatment and improve outcomes. The event will run from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, Oct. 30. Registration is now open. Continuing medical education (CME) credits for psychiatrists and continuing education (CE) credits for psychologists are available to registered participants.
May 16, 2024 Speaking Up: Helping Children with Tourette’s Self Advocate The Child Mind Institute will host a free webinar on May 23 that focuses on how children struggling with mental health challenges and Tourette’s can self advocate. Learn More It is estimated that .06% of children struggle with Tourette’s – and 83% of them live with at least one mental health disorder. As part of Mental Health Awareness Month, the Child Mind Institute is hosting a roundtable with the Tourette Association of America and Fort Health that includes experts and teenagers who are living with Tourette’s. Topics that will be discussed include: The importance of self advocacy for children who struggle with mental health challenges or Tourette’s Strategies to help children advocate for themselves Ways parents and schools can support self advocacy Insights from teens thriving with Tourette’s or other challenges More Details The webinar will begin at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 23. Registration is now open.
August 31, 2022 Taking the Stress Out of Back-To-School: For Parents The Child Mind Institute recognizes that the new school year can bring new challenges for parents and educators alike. Parents play an important role in building a positive learning support at home through being responsive to children’s learning challenges or behavioral problems. Register Here About the Event The Child Mind Institute will be hosting a virtual session on Helping Your Child Manage Back-to-School Stress. This hour-long call with expert clinicians will help parents learn how to use reinforcement and validation to support children in managing their anxiety. Specific coping strategies will be shared, along with information about how to tell when to seek professional support. This event will take place on Wednesday, September 14 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. and will be hosted by Katie Peinovich, LCSW, a licensed clinical social worker for the School and Community Programs team at the Child Mind Institute. Ms. Peinovich provides evidence-based trauma treatment to children in the New York City public school system and works with parents, teachers and school administrators to deepen their understanding of childhood trauma, its impact, and how to connect affected children with high quality care. Participants must pre-register for this webinar and will receive an invitation to their email.
Taking the Stress Out of Back-To-School: For Educators The Child Mind Institute recognizes that the new school year can bring new challenges for parents and educators alike. Educators play an important role in building a positive learning environment and supporting children when they experience learning challenges or behavioral problems. Register Here About the Event The Child Mind Institute will be hosting a virtual session on Building Successful Students: How we can sharpen our skills to build a better learning environment. This hour-long call with expert clinicians. Start the year off with proactive strategies to set you and your students up for success and also discover ways to promote a positive learning environment, prioritize the student-teacher relationship, and foster student engagement and motivation. This event will take place on Wednesday, September 14 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and will be hosted by Angela Moyer MS, CAS, NCSP, a nationally certified school psychologist for the School and Community Programs team at the Child Mind Institute. Ms. Moyer has a decade of experience working in diverse communities across the Northeast and Midwest. As an advocate of social justice, Ms. Moyer works to empower marginalized families and communities by promoting the educational rights, opportunities and well-being of all children. Participants must pre-register for this webinar and will receive an invitation to their email.
October 20, 2021 2021 Children’s Mental Health Report In light of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, Child Mind Institute recently released a report on children’s mental health. This report examines ongoing research, including a survey of thousands of parents conducted by Child Mind Institute. Additional Information Key takeaways from the report include: Children’s moods during the pandemic were most closely related to the lifestyle changes they’d experienced. Children’s mental health three months before the pandemic began was the factor more closely correlated with their mental health during the pandemic. There is a connection between economic hardship and mental health outcomes. The full report can be accessed on the Child Mind Institute website. Additionally, tips for caregivers and educators on how to support mental health and learning are available for download.
