Resources for Educators

National Institute on Drug Abuse for Teens, Teachers, and Parents [web resource]

This website is a project of the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), National Institutes of Health (NIH), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. This site is organized to help you find what you are looking for, whether you are a teen, middle or high school teacher, or parent. The purpose of this site is to facilitate learning about the effects of drug use on the brain, body, and lives of teens. Read more ›

Council for Exceptional Children [web resource]

The Council for Exceptional Children is an international professional organization dedicated to improving the success of children and youth with disabilities and/or gifts and talents.

Learning Disabilities Association of America [web resource]

Since 1963, Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA) has provided information on learning disabilities, practical solutions, and a network of resources to support individuals with learning disabilities, their parents, teachers and other professionals. Read more ›

Screening for Depression in Children and Adolescents: Consumer Guide [downloadable]

Major depressive disorder (MDD) is severe form of depression that lasts longer than two weeks and interferes with a person’s ability to function at home, at school, and interact with friends and family.

In February 2016, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommended that physicians routinely screen children between 12 and 18 for major depressive disorder (MDD) “with adequate systems in place to ensure accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, and appropriate follow-up.” Read more ›