World Mental Health Day 
Monday, October 10

World Mental Health Day gives us all a chance to talk with kids, families, and others about how to address mental health!
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The Indiana Youth Institute recently shared these statistics: 

In 2020, the prevalence rates for having felt sad or hopeless for two or more weeks in a row in the past year were higher for Indiana students in grade 9 through 12 than for youth nationally in the same grades.  

​83 Hoosier youth and young adults ages 10 to 19 died from suicide in 2020.  

In 2021, 82 of 92 counties in Indiana had mental health shortages. (A shortage area means that the United States Health Resources and Services Administration has found that the county does not have enough mental health care providers to meet the county’s demand.) 

So what can we do?
Help dispel myths and stigma about mental health by talking honestly and openly with others regarding mental health challenges. Equip yourself with knowledge so you can refute untruths and outdated attitudes perpetuated by others.  Answer children's and teens' questions honestly, appropriate for their developmental levels, and provide an "open invitation" to talk about feelings and concerns. 

​Together, we can make a difference! 

School Shootings: Tragedy in Our World 
A school shooting is frequently identified by my clients - children, teens and college students - as one of their main "worries." How sad that this has happened yet again. A good resource to help your family with this horrific tragedy is this article on the website of the National Association of School Psychologists. Yet another article gives some excellent specific strategies to help us cope with stress and trauma.  Although the article mentions the Ukrainian conflict, you and your family can use these ideas in many different situations. 

The Ukraine Conflict
​For suggestions on how to speak with your children and teens about the Ukraine, this article by David Fassler, MD,      could be very helpful to you.

Words of Help
"At many times throughout their lives, children will feel like the world has turned topsy-turvy. It's not the ever-present smile that will help them feel secure. It's knowing that love can hold many feelings, including sadness, and that they can count on the people they love to be with them until the world turns right-side up again." --- Fred Rogers

**NOTE**

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Proudly located in Fishers, Indiana

Each of us has a unique set of talents, challenges and opportunities. Our fast-paced society is full of demands, expectations, and uncertainties, which test not only our physical stamina at times, but our psychological stamina as well. 

Adjusting to a new school. Divorce. Death of a loved one. Moving. Job loss. Health concerns. Problems making friends. We wonder about our reactions and those of our children to events like these. What is happening here? Why doesn’t this make sense? Is my child's behavior normal? What can I do to help my child and my family? 

And sometimes, along the way, we learn that our child has special challenges. Mood swings. Attention and focus. Learning difficulties. Autism. Anxiety. Depression. Then our questions become. . . How I can best help my child? Can I raise my child to become a happier, healthier, and contributing member of society? 

Parenting is a hard job. Sometimes it's too hard to do alone. Even the best parents are overwhelmed at times. 

Mathias Counseling and Consulting helps you meet these challenges through individual and group counseling, classes for children and parents on key issues, and consultation for schools, churches, and community agencies. 

We help you make sense of life.

Reliable Resources for Parents

With so many resources available on the internet, it is often hard to know which ones are the most reliable.  The following reputable websites offer parents information on a variety of topics related to children and teens.                  

​Explore these sites for good information regarding topics such as adolescence, stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, parenting, kids' technology use, handling COVID, and other important issues. 

Topics for Groups and Communities


NEW programs for parents:
K-12, preschools, and faith communities!

Toolbox for Success: Strategies for Handling Stress and Anxiety

"The "Other 3R's" - Raising Responsible, Resilient and Resourceful Children
 
How to Listen to Your Kids

Strong Kids: Helping Your Child Face Challenges, Handle Setbacks and Develop Resilience

No More Bullies!

Give Your Child Roots and Wings

Taming the Tantrum Tiger, Managing the Morning Mayhem, Braving the Bedtime Battle, and Other Perils of Parenting Preschoolers
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Suicide Prevention

Select "Parent Programs" tab to learn how to bring a program to your school or faith community!

​Tragedy in Our World
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​What do we say to our children?
In times of tragedy and violence,
parents wonder how to handle this. 
It IS important that we talk and listen!

Click on these links for helpful advice:

How to Talk with Kids about the Ukraine Conflict 
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Helping Children with Traumatic Events
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​     Talking to Children About Disasters

LIMITING your child's media exposure is important!
"Raising Teens Today. . ." Podcast
with Carlabeth Mathias

Listen to a recent podcast featuring Carlabeth on "The Toolbox," a series of podcasts hosted by the counselors at Westfield Middle School!  Topics include anxiety and depression in teens, friendship, social skills, and technology, among others.  To listen, click: www.spreaker.com/user/10115907/021-carlabeth-mathias

Are You a Parent?

Want to learn some new ideas? Don't have time to attend a class? Check out ONLINE 
opportunities offered through Mathias Counseling!
Active Parenting: Ages Birth—5
and Ages 5—12.
Click here.

Suicide Prevention...

...is everyone's business!
Mathias Counseling helps in three ways! Click here to learn more!
​See this video about suicide prevention.
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