Useful Links

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

The National Alliance on Mental Illnesses covers mental health conditions such as schizophrenia, PTSD, bipolar, borderline personality disorder, ADHD, OCD, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, suicide, addiction and others.

Power to Decide: Teen Talk

Information for and by teens delivered in teen-friendly messages from the National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy.

Teen Health FX

TeenHealthFX.com is a reliable online resource for teens who have questions about their health, their bodies, relationships, and sexuality. It is informative, and encourages teens to also discuss these issues with their doctor and parents.

American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP)

Anxiety Disorder Resource Center

American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP)

Facts for Families: The Anxious Child

Healthy Children

Anxiety Disorders

Healthy Children

Understanding Childhood Fears and Anxieties

Healthy Children

School Avoidance

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

Anxiety Disorders Fact Sheet

Nemours Children's Health System

Anxiety Disorders Article

Teen Health from Nemours

Teens Health Anxiety

Advocates for Children of New Jersey

The Association for Children of New Jersey (ACNJ) advocates for policies and programs that improve the lives of children and families in New Jersey. Over the years, ACNJ's issues have expanded from child welfare and juvenile justice to include early care and education, health and support for low-income families.

Children's Advocacy Project of America (Cap4Kids)

The Children's Advocacy Project lists many social service agencies for families who need help. It includes after school programs, mental health, teen resources, and many useful handouts.

Education Law Center

Site of the Education Law Center serving New Jersey, which can help you understand and negotiate public education systems for your child.

State of NJ: Department of Children and Families

The website of the New Jersey Office of the Child Advocate provides policy and other information related to child protection, health, juvenile justice, mental health and children's legal rights.

CDC Coping With Stress

CDC COVID-19 Stress and Coping

CDC Taking Care of Your Emotional Health

CDC Coping with a Disaster or Traumatic Event

CDC Helping Children Cope with Emergencies

CDC Helping Children Cope During and After a Disaster

AAP Healthy Children 2019 Novel Coronavirus

AAP Working and Learning from Home During the COVID-19 Outbreak

AAP Parenting in a Pandemic: Tips to Keep the Calm at Home

NCTSN Parent/Caregiver Guide to Helping Families Cope with COVID-19

NCTSN SPANISH Guide for Families and Caregivers for Coping with COVID-19

NCTSN Coping in Hard Times: Fact Sheet for Parents

NCTSN Coping in Hard Times: Fact Sheet for Youth (High School/College)

AACAP Coronavirus Resource Library

CSTS COVID-19 Pandemic Response Resources

CSTS Discussing Coronavirus with Your Children

NAMI Family Guide to Adolescent Depression

AACAP Depression Resource Center

UpToDate Depression in Children and Adolescents

UpToDate Depression Treatment Options for Children and Adolescents

Pathophysiology of Depression- Primary Source Article

NAMI Mental Health Conditions- Depression

American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP): PEDIATRICS

Office Journal of The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP): Mental Health Competencies for Pediatric Practices.

American Academy of Physicians (AAFP)

Mental Health Care Services by Family Physicians.

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

The National Alliance on Mental Illnesses covers mental health conditions such as schizophrenia, PTSD, bipolar, borderline personality disorder, ADHD, OCD, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, suicide, addiction and others.

Alliance for a Healthier Generation

Provides resources and tools to keep children healthy.

Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

CDC site for assessing body mass index (BMI).

Choose My Plate

Interactive tools from the U.S. Department of Agriculture help teach parents and children about nutrition and healthy food choices.

US Food & Drug Administration (FDA)

FDA site provides information on food safety, nutrition, and cosmetics.

American Association of Poison Control Centers (AAPCC)

Offers important information for poison safety and education.

National Pesticide Information Center (NPIC)

Provides information to help you make informed decisions about pesticide use.