Tools And Tips To Keep Your Teen As Safe As Possible
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Julia Austin
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Direct them to mental health professionals
Cofield says you should make sure your teens “Know the options for mental health care that are available to them.” He adds that parents should, “Make sure that their teen knows that those options are available if they need it.” He encourages parents to speak to mental health providers if they have concerns. “Some good resources for finding these options could be calling their insurance providers if they have them, using online directories like Psychology Today, Therapy for Black Girls, or the upcoming Black Clinician Network Directory, and peer referrals.”
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