Resources - Parent Mental Health Articles

Anthony B. Bradley

Substack · May 5, 2026

Bradley examines how the absence of intentional formation, discipline, responsibility, and meaningful expectations can leave young men unprepared to carry pressure and responsibility.

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ADOLESCENT RESEARCH

Why Suicide?

Reasons for Suicide Attempts as Self-Reported by Youth: A Systematic Evaluation of Qualitative Studies

Alexandra Nicolopoulos, Katherine Boydell, Fiona Shand & Helen Christensen

Adolescent Research Review · Volume 3 · 2018

A systematic review examining how young people themselves describe the reasons behind suicide attempts. Across 17 qualitative studies, researchers identified intrapersonal, interpersonal, sociocultural, and historical factors that contribute to understanding suicidal behavior among youth.

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MEN’S MENTAL HEALTH • ADDICTION

How the Male Loneliness Epidemic Contributes to Addiction

ETHOS Treatment • Alex Moxam, MD • January 22, 2026

This article examines how social isolation, limited emotional support, cultural expectations of masculinity, and difficulty asking for help can increase men’s vulnerability to substance use. It also explores warning signs and the role of therapy, peer support, family involvement, and meaningful relationships in recovery.

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CDC Research Report

Youth Risk Behavior Survey

Data Summary & Trends Report: 2013–2023

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services · 2024

This national report examines ten-year trends and recent changes in the health behaviors and experiences of U.S. high school students, including mental health, suicidal thoughts and behaviors, substance use, violence, sexual behavior, school connectedness, parental monitoring, and social media use.

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Anxiety Resource

Journaling for Anxiety

Prompts, Science, and Techniques

Discover evidence-informed journaling techniques designed to help organize anxious thoughts, interrupt worry and rumination, recognize patterns, and respond with greater clarity and self-compassion.

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Boys, Masculinity & Development

Lost Boys: From Boy to Man

The Centre for Social Justice • July 2026

A wide-ranging report exploring how education, employment, mentoring, relationships, responsibility, and the online world can help boys develop purpose and make a healthier transition into adulthood.

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