As our kids are now back to school, we wanted to take this time to offer a mental health check-in for parents to check on their kids' stress levels and general mental health as they begin a new school year. We are joined by licensed therapist and social worker, David Gray, MSW, LCSW. David works for the Lanier Practice and he offers tons of insights for parents of school-aged kids.   For more information, check out the links below provided by David.   Suicide Hotline:  Dial -  988 https://988lifeline.org/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=onebox A free, confidential service that's available 24/7, 365 days a year, in English and Spanish. The helpline can provide referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations. The number is 1-800-662-HELP (4357), and TTY is 1-800-487-4889.   National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) Information Resource Center You can call the NIMH Information Resource Center at 1-866-615-6464, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM–5 PM ET. You can also contact them by live online chat or email at [email protected].   Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration https://www.samhsa.gov/blog/back-to-school-and-mental-health-supporting-children     Everyday Health Article – School Mental Health Guide   https://www.everydayhealth.com/emotional-health/back-to-school-mental-health-guide/   National Alliance on Mental Illness – Signs of mental health crisis   https://www.nami.org/kids/warning-signs-of-mental-illness-in-children/   Mayo Clinic  - Stress in Children   https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/stressed-out-kids   Child Mind Institute -  When To Push Your Children   https://childmind.org/article/pushing-kids-without-pushing-too-hard/   Parenting Style Effectiveness:   https://psychcentral.com/health/authoritative-parenting#effectiveness     Shaw Mind – Identity and Mental Health:   https://shawmind.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Identity-Mental-Health.pdf   Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs   https://www.simplypsychology.org/maslow.html   Piaget’s Stages of Cognitive Development   https://www.simplypsychology.org/piaget.html   Erik Erikson’s Stages of Development   https://www.verywellmind.com/erik-eriksons-stages-of-psychosocial-development-2795740   Parenting Styles Diana Baumrind   https://jessup.edu/blog/academic-success/the-psychology-behind-different-types-of-parenting-styles/#:~:text=In%20the%201960s%2C%20psychologist%20Diana,Eleanor%20Maccoby%20and%20John%20Martin.   Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.