Teenagers are experiencing higher levels of stress, which also leads to higher suicide and depression rates. As a parent or trusted adult, it can be difficult to know if a...
Category: Mental Health
Teen Suicide Prevention: Teaching Kids to Ask
Suicide is a heavy topic to talk about, especially with teens. Colorado has one of the highest teen suicide rates in the country (Mental Health Colorado) and not talking about...
Find the Right Mental Health Care Professional
Finding someone you trust enough to talk to your child about mental health concerns is not easy. It's a sensitive topic and you want to make sure you find the...
Self Care To Me Is…
At Gold Crown Foundation, we aim to practice what we preach. For Mental Health Awareness Month, we asked our staff what they do to put themselves first. Take a look...
Coping with Current Events: How to Talk to Kids About Upsetting News
Unfortunately, parents across the country found themselves faced with another mass school shooting and the many questions that come from their children after these events happen. By now, you may...
How to Keep Your Kids Calm with Mindful Eating
During stressful times, it’s common to eat salty, sweet or high-fat foods. Unfortunately, these comfort foods can often make stress and anxiety worse. By practicing mindful eating, you can calm...
5 Ways to Engage During Mental Health Awareness Month
Mental health is health. May is Mental Health Awareness Month and this year we’re joining the national movement to destigmatize mental health and provide resources for families. We encourage you...
The Psyche Behind Sports Injury Recovery
When your kid has a sports injury, the healing process is not just physical, but also mental. From setting recovery goals to emotionally dealing with things like season-ending injuries, it...
Game Day Mental Preparation
Some kids might be pumped. Others might have anxiety. To get the most from each player, parents and coaches need to know their personalities — but there are a few...
How to Manage Holiday Stress
Holidays and stress shouldn't go hand-in-hand, but what if common holiday pressures are mounting and you're struggling to enjoy the holiday season? We've got you covered. Our partners at Children's...