Learn how you can play an active role in your child's mental & behavioral health
Kids in Wisconsin are experiencing a mental & behavioral health crisis, and many families are unsure how to address it with their children. That's why Children's Wisconsin is committed to helping parents and caregivers get the answers they need.
Supporting kids at every age
Children age 0 to 5
Learn how parents can support the mental & behavioral health of children age 0 to 5.
Children age 6 to 12
Learn how parents can support the mental & behavioral health of children age 6 to 12.
Children age 13 to 17
Learn how parents can support the mental & behavioral health of children age 13 to 17.
What all parents need to know
About the mental & behavioral health crisis facing kids
One in five children is living with a serious mental illness that interferes with everyday life.
How the entire family can support a child's mental & behavioral health
Families play an important role in managing the mental & behavioral health of children.
How to talk to your child about mental & behavioral health
It’s important to talk to children in ways that help them express what they’re feeling.
Understanding ADHD in children
ADHD is one of the most common disorders that affect children.
Understanding anxiety in children
Although anxiety is a normal human emotion, it can sometimes impact a child’s developmental experience.
Understanding depression in children
While childhood depression is a serious illness, it’s also a treatable one.
How your pediatrician can support your child’s mental & behavioral health
Pediatricians have a unique role in caring for a child’s mental & behavioral health.
How to engage with teachers to support your child’s mental & behavioral health
It’s important to communicate with teachers and schools about your child’s mental & behavioral health.
How to advocate for childhood mental & behavioral health
We need to reduce the stigma of talking about mental & behavioral health issues impacting children.
Why community partners are supporting childhood mental & behavioral health
Our entire community needs to come together to solve the mental & behavioral health crisis facing our kids.
Activities to start the conversation
Children age 0 to 5
Children age 6 to 12
Children age 13 to 17
Where to seek help
If your child is struggling with mental & behavioral health issues, it’s OK to seek help. While you may feel worried or frustrated, it’s important to know you are not alone.