Parent Resources

Parenting Resources/Classes/Support

 Co-parenting resources- Kids First Center

Family-to-Family.  https://www.namimaine.org/page/FamilytoFamily

Free, evidence-based, 8-week educational course for family members and friends of people living with mental illness

G.E.A.R. Parent Support Network

G.E.A.R Parent Network offers, free of charge:  phone support, parenting suggestions (like child behavior management), education regarding children/youth’s diagnosis, educational workshops via webinar (accessible by computer or smartphone), referral to services, and resource information. We also can offer personalized long-term, one on one in-home parent support for up to 6 months (must meet eligibility criteria) and during this pandemic, we will meet with parents through our private webinar sessions. 

1-800-264-9224 
gearparentnetwork.org 

Tough Conversations

Helping Teens Through Breakups

Reframing Negativity

When Your Child Says ‘Nobody Likes Me’

Body Image (female focus)

Parenting Podcasts

Lynn Lyons- Helping Families Manage Anxiety

Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Parenting

Section 504 Resources

Parent and Educator Resource Guide to Section 504 in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools

Substance Use 

Parent Resource- Adolescent Addiction

Internet Safety

Tech Talk Tuesdays

iPhone Parental Controls  

Common Sense Media 

Sample Technology Contract to Use as a Family

Social Media and Teens: How Does Social Media Affect Teenagers’ Mental Health

Social Media’s Impact on Students’ Mental Health Comes Into Focus

Ted Talk- Addicted to Likes

Mental Health

Teen Mental Health

Information and tips on a variety of mental health topics

Recognizing Common Eating Disorders

What is Inattentive ADHD?

Supports for ADHD

Mood Disorders and Teenage Girls 

Transition to Middle School

Transition Tips for Children Starting Middle School

COVID-19

Taking Care of Yourself in the Face of Uncertainty