Mental Health Conversations with Your Child – NAMI Expert on Today Show

Talking to Your Kids About Mental Health

As we continue to recognize Mental Illness Awareness Week, we are excited to share that our very own Associate Medical Director, Dr. Christine Crawford, made waves on the TODAY Show. As a leading child psychiatrist and author of NAMI’s second book, “You Are Not Alone for Parents and Caregivers,” Dr. Crawford shared valuable insights for parents on how to navigate crucial mental health conversations with their children. She discussed key signs that may indicate your child needs support, practical steps to take once a concern arises, and how to leverage school resources to ensure your child gets the help they deserve. This must-watch segment empowers families with expert advice and actionable steps to foster mental wellness.

In You Are Not Alone for Parents and Caregivers, child psychiatrist and NAMI’s Associate Medical Director Dr. Christine Crawford provides a comprehensive, compassionate, and practical resource for anyone concerned about a child’s mental health.

Drawing on her own clinical experience and guidance from leading experts, Dr. Crawford provides a lens through which to understand the many complex factors affecting children’s mental health. Analyzing young people from preschool to high school, she shares insights into how mental health conditions may manifest at different ages, what kind of interventions may be necessary, and what to do to help kids thrive. Throughout, the book channels the collective wisdom of the NAMI community. Parents, caregivers, and young people themselves share personal stories about their paths to recovery, ensuring readers know that they are not alone.

Learn more about Dr. Crawford and “You Are Not Alone for Parents and Caregivers” at nami.org/book. Order this must-have resource for parents and caregivers, and find even more guidance on how to support youth mental health.