High School

The Resources below are resources specifically for high school-aged individuals.  The Parent/Guardian and Teacher pages have a multitude of other resources specific to various mental health topics.

• Crisis Text Line: Text "START" to 741741 in USA
• 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline or call 988
• SAMHSA's National Helpline 1800-622-HELP(4357) for mental or substance use disorders
• For LGBTQ Youth: TrevorLifeline at 866-488-7386, TrevorText -Text START to 678-678
• National Alliance on Mental Health Articles for Teens
• National Eating Disorders.org
• Information about Abusive Relationships
• Nemours TeensHealth: Mental Health and Physical Wellness Articles
• SAMHSA- For Young People Looking for Help
• Mental Health Literacy- What is Stress? printable resources
• Mental Health Literacy- YouTube library of resources
• College Guide for Students with Psychiatric Diagnoses
• Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD)
• IL Dept. of Human Services Recovery Support Services

If you are a high School Student that has been a consumer of mental health services and are interested in working in Mental Healthcare, Illinois has a scholarship program for individuals with lived experience to earn credentials to become a Certified Recovery Support Specialist. Please see the link below for more information:

IL Dept. of Human Services CRSS Success Program