Kids, depression, and how Brightline is here to help
Resources for Parents
Articles on a wide range of mental health topics, easy-to-use guides, research, webinars, helpful tips, and other resources.
The difference between kind and nice
Anxiety in kids — when to get support
What good ADHD support looks like
Social anxiety in teens
Disruptive behavior solutions that work
Autism care
Managing anxiety as a family
Girls and anxiety
You're not the only parent who (sometimes) feels stressed and stuck
Is your child’s school year off to a good start?
Suicide. Let’s talk about it.
How to keep talking about mental health all year long
Ten ways to help your family fly into summer
Let’s talk about everyone’s mental health
Decoding your child’s behavior and helping them express themselves
Brightline is now open in New York
Research report: Brightline can be effective in lessening caregiver strain and improving functioning in a pediatric population
A bright new start
March's Monthly Mantra Coloring Sheet
Tricky eaters and no-sleepers, this one is for you
How to teach kids to be an ally and an advocate for themselves and for others
Celebrating history and teaching self-love
February's Monthly Mantra Coloring Sheet
Ages & Stages: Making and keeping friends
January's Monthly Mantra Coloring Sheet
Los Angeles wildfires: Simple ways to support friends and loved ones
How to help kids (and yourself) find comfort during a tragedy
Nine ways to help when tragedy strikes
How to start 2025 with a clean slate
How to build optimism one step at a time
Stress-busting, joy-boosting tips
Modeling balance, joy, and being present for your child
Myths and truths about suicide
Talking about shootings and violence at school
A guide for talking about mental health and suicide with your child
What every parent should know about childhood depression
Autism: Recognizing symptoms and finding support for your family
Easy home adjustments to help children with autism
How to handle school avoidance
5 tips on talking to your kid about gun violence
Tough transitions and performance pressure
Cyberbullying: Social media, gaming, and online frenemies
7 practical homework tips for ADHD kids
7 signs that could mean your child is being bullied (and what to do about it)
7 signs that your child could be engaging in bullying behavior (and what to do about it)
BIPOC Q&A
How Brightline Supports LGBTQ+ Youth with Inclusive Care
LGBTQ&A
The Superpowers of ADHD
Morning Madness: How to put the “good” back in “good morning”
Helping kids (and yourself) manage anxiety
Substance use: How to keep conversations real, ask the right questions, and know when it’s time to seek more support
A phase or a problem? How to handle tantrums, hitting, and separation anxiety
Tips on Summer Planning with Neurodiverse Kids
What makes Brightline’s autism spectrum disorder program unique? Our focus on early intervention
How to help kids recognize stress and learn to manage it
Big Changes & Big Feelings: New Sibling
Big Changes & Big Feelings Q&A: Moving
Caring for your kids starts with you: self-care tips for parents and caregivers
Good sleep + mood-boosting food = a more balanced teen brain
Is telling your kids to “be nice” enough? Here’s how to teach them kindness
Big Changes & Big Feelings: Divorce
Parent Conversation Guide: Valentine’s Day & Teen Rejection Sensitivity
Big Changes and Big Feelings: A Guide for Parents
8 strategies for getting your teen to open up
How does stress cycle within families?
Your child has been diagnosed with ADHD. What now?
How do you talk to kids about what’s going on in Israel and Gaza?
It’s ok if the holidays aren’t “magical” this year
6 tips for raising grateful kids in a modern world
Could it be ADHD? Let’s talk about what to look for
Teach your child self-compassion by learning it yourself
8 tips to help your kid use social media safely
What are kids really doing on social media?
Why the start of summer may feel harder this year
6 ways you can protect your kid from cyberbullies
The sexual orientation talk your teen really wants to have
Relax! Your summer vacation doesn’t have to be perfect
How to support your child when a loved one dies by suicide
8 simple ways to ease your teen’s social anxiety
5 tips to keep social media from wrecking your kid’s self-esteem
Cut back on screen time and improve your child’s sleep
How to talk about racial injustice with your child
9 tips for talking to kids & teens about mental health
“It can be hard to balance being able to provide and support at the same time — sometimes you don’t know what to say and which direction to turn.” — Brightline member spotlight
Your guide to managing BIG back-to-school feelings
Meet Getting an early start on autism: our virtual coaching program supporting parents of young children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
“I feel like I’m finally able to truly make an impact in meaningful ways” — Brightline coach spotlight
“Brightline was there for our family at exactly the right time” — Brightline member spotlight
Children and depression: Why Brightline’s blended care model works
Sleep Made Simple: How to get your kids (and yourself!) better sleep
How Brightline’s taking on the biggest challenges in pediatric behavioral health care — Webinar recap
Good ADHD care is hard to find. We’re making it easier
Our kid’s behavioral health is in crisis. Here’s how to fix it — Part 2
5 Brightline coaching programs that will help you tackle back-to-school
Children’s disruptive behavior can sap work productivity. We have a solution
The last year in mental health, according to a teen
Therapy vs. Coaching: Which one is best for kids and families?