Back to School
School is back in session!
Discover tips on managing back-to-school emotions and anxieties, establishing daily routines, and handling common challenges that come with a new school year. Make the transition smoother and feel well-prepared with these helpful resources.
Getting Ready for the First Day of School
Preparing for the first day of school can bring a mix of excitement and nervousness for both children and adults. Here are some tips and activities to help you get ready for that big day.
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Additional SAMHSA Resources to Support Youth Mental Health
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Kids Online Health and Safety Task Force Report — This report provides recommendations and best practices for safer social media and online platform use for youth. The recommendations underscore the Biden-Harris Administration’s efforts to address the ongoing youth mental health crisis.
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Parent and Caregiver Resources — Talking to children about mental health can be an opportunity to provide them with information, support, and guidance..
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StopBullying.Gov — Parents, school staff, and other adults in the community can help kids prevent bullying by talking about it, building a safe school environment, and creating a community-wide bullying prevention strategy.
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SchoolSafety.Gov — This resource provides schools and districts with actionable recommendations to create a safe and supportive learning environment where students can thrive and grow.
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National Child Traumatic Stress Initiative — Parents and caregivers play an important role in helping children and adolescents recover from exposure to traumatic events. The following materials help parents and caregivers better understand trauma and how they can help.
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988 Store — SAMHSA provides 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline public awareness materials – including stickers, magnets, posters, wallet cards and more – that you can order and print to promote the resource.
