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How to Reduce the Mental Health Risk for Gender-Nonconforming Kids
In recent years, much of the country has become more accepting of those with sexual- and gender-nonconforming identities. Many in the LGBTQ community still face pressure, hostility and discrimination from a variety of sources, including their own families. Read more >>
Suicide Awareness Voices of Education (SAVE) [web resource]
One of the nation’s first organizations dedicated to the prevention of suicide, SAVE‘s work is based on the foundation and belief that suicide is preventable and everyone has a role to play in preventing suicide. Read more >>
Your Child — Parenting Guides and Resources [web resource]
Is your baby meeting the typical developmental milestones? Do you have questions about your preschooler’s behavior and development? Read more >>
Hundreds of millions of people worldwide have been diagnosed with an anxiety disorder or related mood or mental health issue. The majority of those diagnosed or struggling with an anxiety disorder don’t receive treatment or have access to the information, Read more >>
Just over a year ago, CHC opened its doors to a new Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for teens in Palo Alto. Now, in collaboration with Stanford Children’s Health, the program is expanding to serve more adolescents struggling with self-harm, suicidal Read more >>
LGBTQ Resources — Each Mind Matters [web resource]
Being a member of the LGBTQ community doesn’t necessarily increase the risk for mental health issues; but the stigma and discrimination LGBTQ individuals may face from family, friends and society can increase risk for mental health challenges. Read more >>
This Is Why Small Talk Makes Some People So Anxious
It can be difficult to know the difference between having social anxiety and being awkward, introverted, or shy. The American Psychological Association’s Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders defines social anxiety as “a persistent fear of one or more Read more >>
What Exactly Is Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)?
Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) was previously referred to as “Selective Eating Disorder.” ARFID is similar to anorexia in that both disorders involve limitations in the amount and/or types of food consumed, but unlike anorexia, ARFID does not involve Read more >>
#BeThe1To — Suicide Prevention Resources [web resource]
#BeThe1To is the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline’s message for National Suicide Prevention Month and beyond, spreading the word about actions we can all take to prevent suicide. The Lifeline network and its partners are working to change the conversation from Read more >>
Let’s Get Through This: Mental Health and Transitions
written by CHC staff member Mike Navarrete Summer is a time to relax, recharge and have fun. But for many, these months are also a complex time of transition between the freedom of ending one school year and the anticipation Read more >>
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CHC Palo Alto:
650 Clark Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304
650.326.5530
CHC South Bay:
2280 Kenwood Avenue, San Jose, CA 95128
408.831.7512
CHC Ravenswood:
1765 E Bayshore Rd, East Palo Alto, CA 94303
650.702.2487
