The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has a new video in its "Asking for a Friend" mental health series aimed at teens. The AAP will be releasing the videos each week as part of a mental health project with YouTube.
Watch Video #1 on YouTube: "Asking for a Friend - Depression"
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKYV5259WcZ10s8_xq5VUeSnahw9BZVzg
How do you know if you are depressed or just experiencing normal feelings of sadness? Pediatrician Megan Yanny talks about how depression can affect all aspects of your life from eating to sleeping to socializing with friends and family. If you or a friend are experiencing feelings of depression, talk with your pediatrician. They are here to help. #MentalHealthMattersAAP
Watch Video #2 on YouTube: "Asking for a Friend - Anxiety"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=obByGUdVw6A&list=PLKYV5259WcZ10s8_xq5VU…;
Wondering when to reach out and get help for anxiety? Pediatrician Mala Mathur talks about the different ways anxiety manifests itself and describes the effects it can have on someone’s life. If you or a friend are experiencing intense feelings of anxiety, talk with your pediatrician. They are here to help. #MentalHealthMattersAAP
Watch Video #3 on YouTube: "Asking for a Friend - Self-Harm"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJ5wQf75Wec&list=PLKYV5259WcZ10s8_xq5VU…;Worried about your friend cutting or burning themselves? Pediatrician Megan Moreno talks about self-harm and describes how it can be a coping mechanism for other mental health struggles. Encourage your friend to talk to their pediatrician about their mental health. Pediatricians are here to help. #MentalHealthMattersAAP
A new video and topic will be posted weekly.
