Organizations References

and Outreach
www.bbrfoundation.org/
[1] ADAA, (n.d), Managing anxiety, ADAA. Retrieved June 29,
2018, from https://adaa.org/living-with-anxiety/managing-
anxiety
Brain & Behavior Research foundation that gives grants and
support to mental health research
[2] ADAA (n.d.), Anxiety and depression association of
america, ADAA. Retrieved June 29, 2018, from
www.nami.org/
https://adaa.org/understanding-anxiety/depression
National Alliance on Mental Illness. Conducts educational
and grass-roots outreach.
[3] American Psycological Association (n.d.). Anxiety
Retrieved June 29, 2018, from
suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
http://www.apa.org/topics/anxiety/
1-800-273-8255
24/7 suicide hotline for free and confidential support. Open to
[4] American Psycological Association, (n.d), What is
all ages.
depression? Retrieved June 25, 2018, from
https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/depression/what-

MENTAL
teenlineonline.org/talk-now/
is-depression
1-800-TCL-TEEN
Bias and judgement-free hotline dedicated to teenagers.
[5] Child Mind Institute, (n.d) Anxiety and depression in
Open in evenings from 6pm to 10pm PST.
adolescence. Retrieved June 29, 2018, from

www.thetrevorproject.org/
https://childmind.org/report/2017-childrens-mental-health-
report/anxiety-depression-adolescence/ HEALTH
1-800-488-7386

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LGBTQ-focused mental health project, focused on outreach
and advocacy for LGBTQ mental health.

caps.ucsd.edu/
Open to all UCSD students for counseling and support
needs. Must be an active student or faculty member.
TEENS
www.mentalhealth.gov/
Government website dedicated towards providing
information about supporting agencies and groups.

www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/sdc/hhsa/programs/b
hs.html
San-Diego county agency providing drug and mental health
services for all ages.

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Provides resources and information about programs for REBEKKAH, MICHELLE
substance abuse and mental health.
 RESEARCH
University of Cambridge. (2017, January 19).
Teenagers who access mental health services
see significant improvements, study
shows.ScienceDaily. Retrieved June 27, 2018
from
www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/01/170119
100239.htm
Results showed that adolescents with access
to mental health services are at a lower risk
of developing clinical depression.
Henker, B., Whalen, C. K., Jamner, L. D., &
Delfino,R. J. (2002). Anxiety, Affect, and
Activity in
Teenagers: Monitoring Daily Life With
Electronic
Diaries. Journal of the American Academy of
Child & Adolescent Psychiatry,
What is Depression Signs and Symptoms
Depression symptoms can include:
and Anxiety? Feeling sad or having a depressed mood
Loss of interest or pleasure in activities once
enjoyed
Depression:
Changes in appetite — weight loss or gain
A common and serious medical illness that
unrelated to dieting
negatively affects how you feel, the way you think
Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much
and how you act. Fortunately, it is also treatable.
Loss of energy or increased fatigue
Depression causes feelings of sadness and/or a
Increase in purposeless physical activity (e.g.,
loss of interest in activities once enjoyed.
hand-wringing or pacing) or slowed movements
and speech (actions observable by others)
Anxiety:
Feeling worthless or guilty
An emotion characterized by feelings of
Difficulty thinking, concentrating or making
tension, worried thoughts and physical changes
decisions
like increased blood pressure.
Thoughts of death or suicide
low self esteem and self confidence

Effects on Students
41(6),660–
670.https://doi.org/10.1097/00004583-
200206000-00005
Showed high anxiety teens vs low anxiety
teens are expressed stress anger, sadness,
and fatigue, along with lower levels of
happiness and well-being.
Corrigan, P.W., Lurie, B.D., Goldman, H.H,
Slopen, N.m Medasani, K., & Phelan, S. (2005).
How adolescents perceive the stigma of mental
illnness and alcohol abuse. Psychiatric
Services, 56(5), 544-550.
https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.ps.56.5.544
Substance abuse was stigmatized more
than mental illness then followed by physical
health conditions.
Saluja, G., Iachan, R., Scheidt, P. C.,
Overpeck, M. D., Sun, W., & Giedd, J. N.
(2004). Prevalence of and risk factors for
depressive symptoms among young
adolescents. Archives of Pediatrics &
Adolescent Medicine, 158(8), 760–765.
https://doi.org/10.1001/archpedi.158.8.760
Children with depression or anxiety are much
more likely to have difficulty:
Concentrating
Completing assignments
Participating in class
Procesing information effectively
Retaining long-term memory
Retrieving information and demonstrating skills
Achieving at grade level
Feeling academically confident
Facts:
An estimated 2.8 million adolescents had at
least one major depressive episode in 2014
Anxiety disorders affect 25.1% of children
between 13 and 18 years old
90% of suicide victims suffer from a mental
illness
Anxiety symptoms can include:
Restlessness
Fatigue
Difficulty concentrating
Irritability or explosive anger
Muscle tension
Sleep disturbances
Personality changes
having an increased heart rate
Tips
Take a time-out. Practice yoga, listen to
music, volunteer, or get a massage.
Eat well-balanced meals. Keep healthful,
energy-boosting snacks near.
Get enough sleep. When stressed, your
body needs additional sleep and rest.
Do your best instead of trying to be
perfect. Perfection isn’t always possible,
so be proud of however close you get.
Don’t be afraid to seek out help. There are
many resources available to support you.