Child Mind Institute

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An independent, national nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families struggling with mental health and learning disorders by giving them the help they need to thrive. At the Child Mind Institute, we advance children’s mental health through compassionate and uncompromising clinical care, a revolutionary approach to the science of the developing brain, and wide-reaching public education and community programs. Please note SUBSCRIBER HUB PAYMENTS ARE NOT TAX DEDUCTIBLE.

We're heading to as part of the Youth Mental Health Hub in partnership with Wellcome Trust — bringing together leading...
05/30/2026

We're heading to as part of the Youth Mental Health Hub in partnership with Wellcome Trust — bringing together leading researchers, clinicians, and advocates to tackle the questions that matter most for young people's mental health.

Six sessions spanning AI, digital childhoods, conflict, loneliness, and the future of science funding, all with one thing in mind: better outcomes for young people everywhere.

📅 1–6 June 2026 | Shoreditch, London

Follow along for session previews, speaker spotlights, and live updates from the ground.

The 5-4-3-2-1 method is a simple tool for helping anxious minds come back to the present and can be introduced at any ag...
05/29/2026

The 5-4-3-2-1 method is a simple tool for helping anxious minds come back to the present and can be introduced at any age.

We put together free, age-by-age guides — from elementary through high school — so you always know exactly how to support your child through intense emotions:
https://childmind.org/resources/mental-health-fitness/

When your child is struggling, just figuring out where to start can feel impossible. Many families don't know what they'...
05/28/2026

When your child is struggling, just figuring out where to start can feel impossible. Many families don't know what they're looking at, and the wait to see a specialist can stretch months. Sometimes years.

Meet Ask Kai.

A free, conversational symptom checker built specifically for children's mental health. Built with clinical guidance and insights from thousands of children's mental health evaluations. Ask Kai helps you:

- Understand whether what you're seeing lines up with common mental health challenges
- Learn what to look for and what questions to ask
- Find evidence-based resources matched to your child
- Know when and how to seek more support

Think of it as a knowledgeable first step. It meets your family where you are and points you toward your next best move. Free for every family. Available in English and Spanish.

Try Ask Kai now: kai.childmind.org

When thoughts are racing, it can be hard for kids to know what to do next. Mindfulness is one of the most research-backe...
05/28/2026

When thoughts are racing, it can be hard for kids to know what to do next. Mindfulness is one of the most research-backed tools for helping children build focus, self-awareness, and emotional resilience.

It starts with just five senses. Swipe to learn more.

05/26/2026

"Your social life didn't used to follow you home."

Bo Burnham on what makes growing up with smartphones different — quantifiable popularity, hyper-connection and loneliness, the choice every night between "all of the information in the history of the world or the back of your eyelids."

Bo Burnham and Elsie Fisher sit down with Child Mind Institute clinicians to talk Eighth Grade, social media and adolescence. Moderated by Ginger Zee.

When your child is overwhelmed, the way you respond shapes how they learn to handle big emotions for the rest of their l...
05/26/2026

When your child is overwhelmed, the way you respond shapes how they learn to handle big emotions for the rest of their life.

Mental health is as important as physical health, and both get stronger when you do exercises that help you face challenges in life. Give kids a foundation for mental health fitness with these five skills: understanding feelings, relaxation skills, understanding thoughts, managing intense emotions, and mindfulness.

We developed guides to help you get started. 💙

05/25/2026

Dr. Brian Hoeflinger is a neurosurgeon whose profession and personal story gives him a rare perspective on mental health. He joins the Thriving Kids Podcast in conversation that is both practical and deeply human — a reminder that the brain is powerful, fragile, resilient, and still full of mystery.

Watch and listen wherever you get your podcasts.

How we respond to meltdowns shapes how our kids handle big emotions for life. Swipe through for age-by-age strategies. W...
05/22/2026

How we respond to meltdowns shapes how our kids handle big emotions for life. Swipe through for age-by-age strategies.

We created free guides to help you work with your child to help them manage and respond to intense emotions, plus four other essential mental health skills, broken down by age from elementary through high school:
https://childmind.org/resources/mental-health-fitness/

Children are navigating anxiety, big feelings, and struggles their parents don't always have the answers for.The Child M...
05/22/2026

Children are navigating anxiety, big feelings, and struggles their parents don't always have the answers for.

The Child Mind Institute gives kids — and the adults in their lives — the support they need to move forward.

Give now and your donation will be matched 2X, doubling your impact for children who need it most. Donate today. Every kid deserves to be a kid. 💙

https://childmind.donorsupport.co/page/may-26/?utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=2026-may-campaign

05/21/2026

Prom is a significant milestone for teens—a time to celebrate, make memories, and mark an important transition. But for many young people, it can also bring stress and anxiety. Challenges like financial pressures, social expectations, and the desire to make the night feel perfect can get in the way.

That’s why we were proud to partner with Macy's this prom season to support teens and families through every step of the experience.

With their support, we created a dedicated hub of resources for parents and teens, offering practical advice for navigating prom-related challenges and featuring creators who shared their own experiences and tips.

Thank you to Macy’s for helping us extend our impact into such an important milestone.

Explore our prom guide and articles here: childmind.org/prom/

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