Youth Mental Health and Wellness
Common Thread by Wolfson Children’s is weaving a greater understanding of the importance of youth mental health throughout our communities in North Florida and South Georgia.
We're working to support the mental health and well-being of children and teens by strengthening protective factors—positive community traits that reduce risk—through three key focus areas:
Awareness Thread: Reducing stigma and sparking conversation through community events, trainings, shared stories, and thoughtful content across media platforms.
Education Thread: Offering free, easy-to-understand resources to help caregivers and trusted adults recognize signs of struggle and support kids with age-appropriate tools and strategies.
Community Thread: Connecting families with nearby mental health providers and community resources, making it easier to get the right support at the right time.
Get tips and easy-to-use tools delivered straight to your inbox each quarter. These resources help start conversations with and boost mental wellness in children of all ages.
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Weave Confidence Into the New School Year
The start of a new school year can bring a mix of emotions for you and your child. Excitement, joy, nervousness, and even a little sadness are all normal emotions during times of change. As a parent or caregiver, you play a key role in helping your child feel prepared and supported. By having age-appropriate conversations, offering reassurance, inviting questions, and validating your child’s feelings, you can help make the transition smoother.
To support you and your student, we’ve created tools tailored to different age groups:
For parents of elementary schoolers:
You’ll find a set of tips and a customizable morning routine to help ease the back-to-school transition.
For middle and high school students:
We’ve included helpful tips written directly for students, a transition chart for parents, along with a school info sheet to stay organized.
For all grade levels:
Setting a few simple goals at the start of the year can go a long way. This goals sheet can help you or your student get started.
Free Resources for Parents, Teachers and Caregivers
Whether you're looking for insights on managing anxiety, fostering healthy relationships, or understanding behavioral challenges, these resources offer guidance and tools to help support children’s mental health while navigating challenges with confidence and care.
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Our experts discuss common mental health challenges for youth and ways to manage them.
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Common Thread is made possible by generous philanthropic support from Margaret & Robert Hill, the J. Wayne and Delores Barr Weaver Legacy Fund and Simply Healthcare Plans. Their investments are helping lay the groundwork for a healthier future for children and teens in our region.