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Youth Mental Health

7/5/2018

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It is normal for children and youth to experience various types of emotional distress as they develop and mature. For example, it is common for children to experience anxiety about school, or youth to experience short periods of depression that are transient in nature. When symptoms persist, it may be time to seek professional assistance. While most youth are healthy, physically and emotionally, one in every four to five youth in the general population meet criteria for a lifetime mental disorder and as a result may face discrimination and negative attitudes.1 As with physical health, mental health is not merely the absence of disease or a mental health disorder. It includes emotional well-being, psychological well-being, social well-being2 and involves being able to
  • navigate successfully the complexities of life,
  • develop fulfilling relationships,
  • adapt to change,
  • utilize appropriate coping mechanisms to achieve well-being without discrimination.
  • realize their potential,
  • have their needs met, and
  • develop skills that help them navigate the different environments they inhabit.3
The presence or absence of various combinations of protective and risk factors contribute to the mental health of youth and efforts can be undertaken to promote positive mental health and prevent or minimize mental health problems. Youth with mental health disorders may face challenges in their homes, school, community, and interpersonal relationships. Despite these challenges, for most youth, mental health distress is episodic, not permanent, and most can successfully navigate the challenges that come from experiencing a mental health disorder with treatment, peer and professional supports and services, and a strong family and social support network. 
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1 Merikangas, He, Burstein, et al., 2010
2 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 2011; CDC, Health-Related Quality of Life, 2011
3 U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 1999; National Research Council and Institute of Medicine, 2004


If you are in need of mental health support stop by the Community Center, we are located at 38 Park Way in Happy Camp. We are open Tuesday-Thursday from 9am-4pm, closed for lunch from 12pm-1pm, and Friday 10am-1pm. The Community Center contracts with Siskiyou County Behavioral Health and we can refer you to their services.
 
For the 24 Hour Mental Health Crisis Line/ Access Line, Toll Free: 1-800-842-8979
 
For this Article and more information visit: youth.gov/youth-topics/youth-mental-health
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8/4/2018 03:21:06 am

Sometimes, depression also has a good impact to an individual. Like for example, when they experienced depression in the specific alter and overcome it, they will really apply it to their future problems. It would help them make a good career. We cannot hide the fact that in the corporate world, there are lots of toxics, it may be the boss, your Co employee or even yourself. In order to produce a total quality management, it must start with an individual's mental health on whether he can produce a good work or not. Taking good care of young children and the youth of their mental health is important and parents must play as a good guidance in them during this stage.

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11/15/2018 04:28:24 am

It saddens me because I have read a news a while ago regarding a female kid who had a suicide because she was bullied. On the other side, that kid has a cancer and in return she still was being bullied. It is a heart aching that we ignore mental health issues, when in fact, even the smallest details are big for others. I hope that countries will implement strong law regarding that and make sure to prioritize mental health care. Evryone should appreciate each other and accept that we have different mental capabilities.

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