Fact Sheets

5 Action Steps for Helping Someone in Emotional Pain

This fact sheet presents five steps for helping someone having thoughts of suicide: Ask, Be There, Help Keep Them Safe, Help Them Connect, and Follow Up.

ADHD in Adults: 4 Things to Know

This fact sheet provides information about attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults including symptoms, how it is diagnosed, treatment options, and resources to find help.

cover image for NIMH infographic Bipolar Disorder in Teens and Young Adults: Know the Signs

This infographic presents common signs and symptoms of bipolar disorder in teens and young adults.

Clinical Research Trials and You: Questions and Answers (thumbnail)

This fact sheet discusses what a clinical trial is, who should volunteer, why people might take part in a clinical trial, potential risks and benefits of participation, safety and ethical guidelines, and what people might experience during a clinical trial.

cover image of NIMH publication Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder: The Basics

This fact sheet provides information about disruptive mood dysregulation disorder including a description of the condition, signs and symptoms, how it is diagnosed, treatment options, and tips for parents and caregivers.

cover image of NIMH fact sheet I’m So Stressed Out

This fact sheet is intended for teens and young adults and presents information about stress, anxiety, and ways to cope when feeling overwhelmed.

cover from NIMH publication Let’s Talk About Eating Disorders

This infographic presents facts that can help shape conversations around eating disorders.

Looking at My Genes fact sheet

This fact sheet provides information on how you can look at your family health history and your genes to determine your risk of developing a mental disorder.

cover image for NIMH publication My Mental Health: Do I Need Help?

This fact sheet presents information about how to assess your mental health and determine if you need help. It provides examples of mild and severe symptoms, as well as self-care activities and options for professional help.

Thumbnail cover image for PANDAS publication.

Information about the causes, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections (PANDAS).

cover of NIMH publication 'Seasonal Affective Disorder'

This fact sheet provides information about seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a type of depression. It includes a description of SAD, signs and symptoms, how SAD is diagnosed, causes, and treatment options.

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): More Than the Winter Blues - Thumbnail

This infographic provides information about how to recognize the symptoms of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and what to do to get help.

Cover image of NIMH foldable stress catcher for kids

The Stress Catcher is a printable, “fortune teller” craft for children that offers coping strategies to help manage stress and other difficult emotions. Instructions on how to create and use the Stress Catcher are provided.

The NIMH Strategic Plan for Research: An Overview factsheet cover image

This fact sheet provides an overview of the NIMH Strategic Plan for Research including the Institute’s vision and mission, research goals, and cross-cutting research themes.

The Teen Brain: 7 Things to Know

Learn about how the teen brain grows, matures, and adapts to the world.

cover of NIMH publication Understanding Psychosis

This fact sheet presents information on psychosis including causes, signs and symptoms, treatment, and resources for help.

Signs that someone is thinking about suicide: 1) Talking about wanting to die, feeling great guilt or shame, being a burden to others. 2) Feeling empty, hopeless, trapped, or having no reason to live; extremely sad, more anxious, agitated, or full of rage; <a href=unbearable emotional or physical pain. 3) Changing behavior, such as making a plan or researching ways to die,ithdrawing from friends, saying good bye, giving away important items, or making a will; taking dangerous risks such as driving extr" />

This infographic presents behaviors and feelings that may be warning signs that someone is thinking about suicide.

cover of NIMH publication What is Telemental Health?

This fact sheet provides information about telemental health services including potential benefits and drawbacks of this kind of care, and factors to consider when looking for a provider.