Social Media and Youth Mental Health
Resources for parents & guardians
There's no "one-size-fits-all" approach to youth and social media. We have some resources below that can help balance social media use while supporting youth mental health.
- Forward Together Colorado shares advice and stories from real Colorado families to help you build a better connection with your child.
- Create a Family Media Plan from the American Academy of Pediatrics
- Digital Citizenship Resources for Family Engagement, from Common Sense Education
- National Center of Excellence on Social Media and Youth Mental Health from the American Academy of Pediatrics
- Social Media and Youth Mental Health Q&A Portal from the American Academy of Pediatrics
- AT&T Phone Ready Questionnaire
- Parents' Ultimate Guide to Parental Controls from Common Sense Media
- Mental Health Resources in Larimer County
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Larimer County Colorado State University Extension
ADDRESS
1525 Blue Spruce Dr.
Fort Collins, CO 80524-2004
Phone: (970) 498-6000
7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Monday - Friday
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