General Resources

The APA is the main professional organization of psychiatrists and trainee psychiatrists in the United States, and the largest psychiatric organization in the world and publishes the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM).

Behavior therapies can be applied to a wide range of psychological symptoms among adolescents and children.

CDC uses a system of surveys to monitor health behaviors and experiences among high school students. The surveys are administered in school and help identify potential health risks affecting our nation’s youth.

This CDC webpage provides information and resources on symptoms and treatments for children experiencing anxiety and depression.

This page provides a list of links to resources on childrens’ mental disorders, including topics such as symptoms, treatment, and prevention.

This page provides general statistics including prevalence and treatment accessibility.