Dear Evan Hansen x Child Mind Institute
The Child Mind Institute is proud to partner with the film Dear Evan Hansen – in theaters September 24th – to further awareness about youth mental health issues and bring essential resources to kids and families.
Stigma is often a major reason that kids with mental health challenges don’t get help. Films like this one inspire kids to lean on their communities and speak up when things get tough.
About the Film
The Broadway phenomenon becomes a soaring cinematic event as Tony, Grammy and Emmy Award winner Ben Platt reprises his role as an anxious, isolated high schooler aching for understanding and belonging amid the chaos and cruelty of the social media age.
Social Anxiety:
What is Social Anxiety?
When fear of how you appear gets in the way of functioning.
Tips for Managing Social Anxiety
If worrying about embarrassing yourself is getting in your way, some strategies for beating the fear.
Helping Young Children Who Are Socially Anxious
Tips for helping reluctant children join in play and social activities.
Loss & Grief:
Supporting Children After the Suicide of a Classmate
How to respond to a painful loss in a supportive way.
Helping Children Cope With Grief
What to say, what to look for, and how to help.
Helping Children Cope After a Traumatic Event
How to help kids manage fears and recover in a healthy way.
Suicide:
Depression:
What Are the Symptoms of Depression in Teenagers
Signs your child might be more than moody.
What to Do if You Think Your Teenager is Depressed
Start by listening without judgment.
Treatment for Depression
What parents need to know about therapy, medication and finding a good clinician.
