At this time of year many children are making the transition from a fun filled summer to the excitement of a new school year. Having some anxiety and apprehension about a new situation is part of their normal development and with understanding and patience parents can help children build coping skills and their anxiety can be relieved.
However, some children’s anxiety is so intense that it becomes a separation anxiety disorder. These children’s fears keep them from normal activities. Here are some examples:
“Together, we can grow our influence and contribute to positive change in the community.”—Jodi Mahoney, President, North Central Behavioral Health Systems
Healing communities is a mission that often benefits from partnership. Rosecrance Behavioral Health and North Central Behavioral Health Systems (NCBHS) are demonstrating what can be achieved through such collaboration.
Mental health challenges are real—and you are not alone. Every year, nearly 1 in 5 adults and about 13–20% of children in the United States experience a diagnosable mental health condition. The good news is: support is available, and treatment can help.
Where you turn for care may depend on your age, your experiences, and the kind of challenges you're facing. But today, there are more resources and options than ever to help you find what works best for you.
Here are some things to consider when choosing mental health support:
Our Behavioral Health Urgent Care is an alternative to Emergency Room visits. We serve people on a walk in basis providing seamless, fast access to basic services.
It is designed for individuals:
• experiencing an elevated level of duress
• having suicidal thoughts
• thinking about self-harming behaviors
• feeling overwhelmed or depressed
• experiencing excessive worry or panic
You will be met with compassionate, trained professionals ready to help.
