Understanding Triggers for Kids with a Mental Illness

Understanding Triggers for Kids with a Mental Illness

24th March 2021

Anyone can be set off by certain events in their environment: a criticism, a failure, overstimulation. For children with mental illness such triggers could have dramatic consequences.

In this session, Andrea Tristan, LPC will discuss:

How mental illness increases vulnerability to triggers
What are typical triggers for kids with mental illness
How create a safe environment
How to build resilience and coping skills

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Clarity Child Guidance Center

Clarity Child Guidance Center is the only nonprofit mental health treatment center for kids ages 3 to 17 in South Texas. Our staff of children’s mental health professionals is the largest in the region. When a child is in crisis, we work with families to get much needed treatment regardless of their ability to pay.

The opinions, representations and statements made within this guest article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect Clarity Child Guidance Center. Any copyright remains with the author and any liability with regard to infringement of intellectual property rights remain with them. Clarity Child Guidance Center accepts no liability for any errors, omissions or representations.

Understanding Triggers for Kids with a Mental Illness

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