Child Mind Institute

We are an independent nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of children struggling with mental health and learning disorders.

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Accelerating Discovery

Our research is unlocking the secrets of the developing brain and changing the way we diagnose and treat mental health and learning disorders.

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Delivering Care

Our clinical teams work every day to deliver the highest standards of care, and we partner with families and schools to provide support when and where children need it most.

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Empowering Change

Our free resources, educational events and awareness campaigns empower parents and teachers to help our children succeed in school and in life.

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Stories

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'It was horrible. We were doing it every second of the day. Then it got violent.'

Twins and OCD: How Ella and Olivia Got Better, Together

For Ella and Olivia, OCD started with having to do things at the same time, and escalated to violent outbursts that strained their relationship. With hard work and the help of the Child Mind Institute, they love being twins again. More

'I want parents to know that I understand. You want things to be better and you’re doing your best.'

Why Dr. Carothers Does It: Transforming Young Lives

'One of the most challenging things about OCD is that it loves uncertainty and fear.'

How Matt’s Loss Made Him Stronger

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My 7-year-old with dyslexia cries when reading in a social setting. How can I help?

Matthew Cruger

PhD

Report on School Mental Health

Our 2016 Children's Mental Health Report examines the impact of mental health in schools and ways to transform the system.

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Guides

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Preschoolers and ADHD

How Can We Help Kids With Self-Regulation?

The Family Gathering: A Survival Guide

Three Common Parenting Traps

Helping Children With Selective Mutism During the Holidays

Helping College Kids With Depression

How Using Social Media Affects Teenagers

Behavioral Treatments for Kids With ADHD

The Most Common Misdiagnoses in Children

Calm Voices, Calmer Kids
Improving Behavior in the Classroom

How Teachers Can Help Kids With OCD

Anxiety in the Classroom

11 Simple Signs a Child May Have a Psychiatric Disorder

Mindfulness in the Classroom

Breaking the Behavior Code

What’s ADHD (and What’s Not) in the Classroom

Supporting the Emotional Needs of Kids With Learning Disabilities

Metacognition: How Thinking About Thinking Can Help Kids

How to Help Kids With Dyscalculia

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Transforming children's lives together

Donate by December 31 and your gift will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $100,000.

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