Teen Mental Health and Your Family - Practical Information and Insights

Explore a comprehensive panel discussion from Stanford's Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences addressing teen mental health and family dynamics. Gain practical advice, insights, and inspiration on topics such as normal adolescent behavior, sleep patterns, substance abuse, identifying at-risk teens, depression, stress management, fostering a healthy family culture, and effective communication. Learn about the challenges faced by today's youth in a fast-paced, hyper-connected world and discover strategies to support them. Delve into subjects like risk-taking behavior, sexual health, mindfulness, causes of depression, suicide prevention, cultural integration, and the impact of video games. Moderated by Moira Kessler, MD, this 58-minute talk offers valuable information for parents, educators, and community members seeking to understand and support teen mental health.

Introduction
Teens take risks
Sexual behavior
Stress
Mindfulness
Causes of Depression
Stress vs Depression
What to do if youre concerned
Avoid the word
How do we prevent suicide
Suicide contagion
Stress in adolescence
Questions about teen mental health
College choices
Integrating cultures
Depression vs pneumonia
Video games and downtime
Selfharm
Closing