Common Signs of Mental Health Trouble in 孩子们 & 青少年
有时, it can be difficult to spot the signs of suicidal behavior or other mental health conditions in children 和 teenagers. Parents 和 others who observe signs of mental health issues in teens 和 children may not know the right time to contact someone for help.
The most common signs of mental health issues in teens 和 children typically appear as noticeable changes from normal behavior, 如:
- changes in appetite or weight,
- changes to a child or teen’s group of friends,
- dramatic changes in mood or behavior, 和
- social withdrawal or isolation.
It’s also important for parents to stay in touch with other caregivers or helpers, 如:
- 老师,
- 学校管理人员,
- 教练,
- 儿科医师和
- 家庭医生.
These people may notice changes in your child’s behavior that you do not see at home 和 can provide feedback on any behavioral changes you notice.
Some parents are concerned about overreacting. Others worry about the stigma of seeking help for mental disorders in teens 和 youth. Just like you would not ignore physical changes in your body (such as an irregular heartbeat), you should not ignore behavioral changes that could indicate a mental health problem.
You can seek help at any time. Huntsman Mental Health Institute at University of Utah Health has a Youth Inpatient Service program 和 青少年住院治疗 Program with staff who are available to answer questions 和 determine the right course of treatment for your child or teenager.
When to Go to the Emergency Room
You should take your child or adolescent to the 急诊室（ER） for mental health care if he or she is an imminent danger to himself or herself, or to others. If you are unable to drive to the nearest ER, you can call 911 和 emergency medical services personnel will respond immediately.
HMHI Mobile Crisis Outreach Team
We have mobile crisis outreach team members who will come to your home—along with law enforcement 和 emergency medical personnel, if necessary—和 help you decide whether your child or adolescent needs a higher level of care at the emergency room or our inpatient treatment center.
精神健康资源
If your child or adolescent is not in an immediate or life-threatening situation, you can seek help in several ways by:
- 打电话问大发娱乐问题 801-585-1212,
- 使用 SafeUT应用 to chat via text with a mental health counselor, or
- 调用 犹他州危机热线 与 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988.
Contact HMHI 关于 Youth Mental Health Treatment Programs
For questions 和 to learn more about the 住院青少年服务 or 青少年住院治疗 在HMHI，呼叫 801-583-2500. If you’d like to visit our inpatient treatment center today, please call first. However, we do welcome walk-ins.
If you’re not sure which mental health program is most appropriate for your child, please call us at 801-585-1212.
If your child is experiencing suicidal thoughts or behaviors or is in immediate danger of harming themself or others, 请致电 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 犹他州危机热线 at 801-587-3000.
