Mental Health and Stigma

The "Mental Health and Stigma" videos help us understand and break down the myths and negative ideas about mental health. They show that mental health problems are common and nothing to be embarrassed about. By sharing clear information and real stories, these videos encourage people to talk openly about mental health and support each other. They help create a kinder and more understanding environment where everyone feels comfortable discussing their feelings. These videos are important for fighting stigma and making sure everyone knows it's okay to ask for help. By tackling stigma head-on, these videos play a crucial role in fostering a more inclusive and understanding society.

Videos on mental health and stigma:

What is stigma?

Dealing with mental health issues can be challenging, especially with the negative stigma that surrounds it.

Effects on the family

Often, families do not talk about mental health, thinking it will just get better on its own.

You are not alone

It is important for everyone to talk and learn about mental health so that no one feels alone.

Talking to your provider

You might not feel comfortable or know how to talk to your healthcare provider.

Sharing your story

Sharing your story is an important way we can teach others they are not alone.

Salud mental y estigma

A veces, superar las barreras para tener buenas conversaciones entre adultos y niños puede ser difícil mientras navegamos los estigmas que nos rodean.

Meet the speakers:

Lachelle Goodrich, MA, LPC-S; iLegacy Consulting and Counseling
Marcela & Daniel Pineda; Parents to three children

Disclaimer: These videos are not intended as a replacement for professional mental health care. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available.
If you have questions about your child’s mental health, contact your child’s doctor. Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. If you believe that your child is having a mental or physical health emergency, go to the nearest emergency room or call 9-1-1.

For more information please contact: roadmap@cookchildrens.org

Key topics

Mental health and stigma

Trusted and supportive relationships

Technology, social media and bullying

Red flags of mental health: Is this a crisis?

What to do while you wait for services

Impact of child's mental health

Coping cards for kids and teens

Our community created these coping cards to give you an activity to try when your feelings get really big or overwhelming. These activities will give your body and your brain a chance to catch up to the feelings and help you know why you feel the way you do.

Child coping cards

Print English coping cards

Print Spanish coping cards

Teen coping cards

Print English coping cards

Print Spanish coping cards

Additional mental health resources

Behavior and emotion resources

Coping with emotional or behavioral issues is hard. We get it, and that’s why we’ve put together resources to help you take those first steps on your journey toward better mental health.