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British Library

British Library: 20th Century Teaching Resources: Sylvia Plath's the Bell Jar

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
These activities will provide students with an introduction to Plath that will inform their study of "The Bell Jar". They will examine the perspectives offered by two of Plath's short autobiographical prose pieces, and will also explore...
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Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Australian Broadcasting Corporation: Dark Side of the Mood: Dealing With Depression

For Students 9th - 10th
This guide describes the causes of depression, its symptoms, and potential treatments (including "alternative" choices). It also debunks depression myths. Site provided by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation.
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American Academy of Pediatrics: 10 Things Parents Can Do to Prevent Suicide

For Students 9th - 10th
The American Academy of Pediatrics offers information about risk factors that can put a teen at risk of suicide.
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Other

Cleveland Clinic: Factitious Disorder Imposed on Another (Fdia)

For Students 9th - 10th
A form of child abuse, Factitious Disorder Imposed on Another (FDIA) formerly known as Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy is a factitious disorder. The Cleveland Clinic provides a definition, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
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Cleveland Clinic: Factitious Disorder Imposed on Self (Munchausen Syndrome)

For Students 9th - 10th
This syndrome, identified as a type of factitious disorder, is named for Baron von Munchausen, an 18th century German officer. Site provides a full definition, causes, diagnosis, prognosis, and prevention.
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University of Washington

University of Washington: Neurological Disorder Resources

For Students 9th - 10th
Eighteen different categories of mental illness are a part of this resource. Each category of illness has multiple links allowing for a very thorough investigation of each disorder.
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Other

Generations United: Grandfamilies: Challenges of Caring for the Second Family

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
A fact sheet discussing what is known about the prevalence and make-up of families where grandparents are raising their grandchildren. Describes legal issues, mental health challenges for both generations, housing problems, and obstacles...
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Article
DOGO Media

Dogo News: Small Fibs Snowball Into Larger Lies as Brain Adapts to Dishonesty

For Students 3rd - 8th
Chronic or compulsive lying has largely been considered a mental illness. However, a new study from the University College London suggests that there may be a biological explanation as well. The researchers believe that small,...
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University of Texas at Austin

Cmch: Self Esteem

For Students 9th - 10th
The Counseling and Mental Health Center st the University of Texas offers good advice on self-esteem, what is healthy and poor, and how to improve self-esteem.
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Other

Psychology Today: Adolescence

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the journey from childhood towards adulthood from how to talk to teens to a look at mental health in high school. Learn about the many issues that accompany this coming of age.
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Other

Social Anxiety: Social Anxiety: Why Isn't It Better Known?

For Students 9th - 10th
This site talks about the problems with social anxiety because it isn't as glamorous as other disorders but is number three on the mental health care problems list.
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Article
Remedy Health Media

The Body: Anxeity Disorders

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from The Body provides general information on anxiety disorders. Explanations, quotes, symptoms, treatments, etc. Original resource from 2000 U. S. National Institute of Mental Health.
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Other

Psych Central: Generalized Anxiety Disorder Symptoms

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Written by a psychologist devoted to providing many resources on mental health, this site provides a synopsis of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), as well as common symptoms experienced. The bottom of the page has a direct link to...
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Lesson Plan
PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Point of View: Almost Sunrise: Lesson Plan: Moral Injury and the Moral Ambiguities of War

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a term many students may know. This lesson plan invites student to gain a deeper understanding of moral injury and develop greater empathy for the challenges returning veterans face. Using video...
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PBS

Pbs.org: Education: 5 Ways to Reduce Stress and Feel Like Yourself Again

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Teaching during a pandemic has undoubtedly been stressful, and it has left many teachers feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and anxious. For many teachers, these feelings have led to burnout and compassion fatigue, and for others the...
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Other

Forbes: Generation Z and New Technology's Effect on Culture

For Students 9th - 10th
Generation Z is more hooked into electronic devices and virtual spaces than any other group thus far. How has Generation Z's use of new technology affected how we do business or have fun? What are the effects of a lifelong use of new...
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Other

International Foundation for Research and Education on Depression

For Students 9th - 10th
A good overview of depression, plus resources.
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Website
Other

Med Help: All Ask a Doctor Forums and Medical Communities

For Students 9th - 10th
The Med Help Support Communities provides questions and answers about most medical conditions as well as allowing you to type in a question and get a reply from a doctor.
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Website
Other

Pale Reflections: Anorexia Nervosa

For Students 9th - 10th
A straight forward description of Anorexia Nervosa, including signs and symptoms, long term health problems, and why it's so hard to stop. Links to other information are included.
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WebMD

Web Md: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (Ocd)

For Students 9th - 10th
This Health Guide from WebMD surveys obsessive compulsive disorder, or OCD--including its causes, symptoms, risks, exams and tests, treatment, prevention, home treatment, and medications.
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Psych Central: Antisocial Personality Disorder

For Students 9th - 10th
Presents a brief overview of Antisocial Personality Disorder focusing on the symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment.
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Primary
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Psych Central: Avoidant Personality Disorder

For Students 9th - 10th
Features a brief overview of Avoidant Personality Disorder focusing on the symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment.
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Psych Central: Dependent Personality Disorder

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides a brief summary of Dependent Personality Disorder focusing on the symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment.
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Planet psych.com: Defense Mechanisms and Why We Use Them

For Students 9th - 10th
Brief description of some of the most common defense mechanisms and short explanation of why people use them.

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