Take Action!
Protect your teen’s mental health. Talk to your teen and your teen’s doctor about depression.
Talk to your teen’s doctor about depression screening.
Ask the doctor to screen your child for depression. If you are worried about your teen, tell the doctor. Find out what services are available in case your teen needs treatment.
What about cost?
Screening for depression is covered under the Affordable Care Act, the health care reform law passed in 2010. Depending on your insurance plan, your teen may be able to get screened at no cost to you. Check with your insurance provider.
Even if you don’t have health insurance, free and low-cost mental health services are available. Find mental health services near you.
