This project was first developed in the summer of 2022 by Teen Intern Simran Sahita for teens who are looking for some support, advice, or even a safe place to comment about their mental health journey. If that’s you then you’re in exactly the right place! We’re here to support you! Your mental health should be a priority to you, just like you’re a priority to us! Go ahead and check out our resources, anonymous comment box, and kind words below. Another goal of this project is to promote better coping mechanisms, so come on into the Tigard Public Library and use our in-house fidget and stress toys while you unwind in the Teen Scene. 

We’d be glad to have you. <3   

With Love, 

The Teen Scene at Tigard Public Library

The contents of this website are for informational purposes only, and are not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are having a mental health crisis, call 988 to reach the Suicide and Mental Health Crisis Lifeline. 

Ways to Find Help 

• Suicide and Mental Crisis Lifeline: Call 988 
• Crisis Text Line: Text/WhatsApp 741741
• Oregon YouthLine; Teen-to-Teen Crisis Support 
• National Sexual Assault Hotline: 800-656-4673 
• Alcohol and Drug Help Line:  1-800-923-4357 
• Línea de Crisis 24 horas: 503-232-4448  
• Trans Lifeline: 877-565-8860
• Trevor Project; Crisis line for LBGTQ+ Youth: 1-866-488-7386

♥ Always remember to put yourself first! That’s not selfish, you’re just precious! ♥ 

 

Mental Health Matters Online

• Mental health Literacy: Shares knowledge about mental health and self-care. Can help guide you through your recovery.
• Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance: Provides support, advice, and resources for people with depression and bipolar.
• OASH Adolescent Health Resources: Resources and tips for adolescents about anything health related, whether it be social, occupational, physical, mental, or emotional.
• The JED Foundation: The Jed Foundation is a non-profit organization that protects emotional health and prevents suicide for teens in the United States. They have lots of resources and information about mental health.

 

Do you have any words of encouragement or advice? Do you want to share your mental health story? Do you have suggestions of great resources to add to this page? Fill out this form to share!

Resource List

Books relating to mental health as well as online resources linked for teens!
We hope the resources here will help and that you enjoy reading these books!

Please note: Some of these resources contain potentially activating content such as suicide, eating disorders, and/or panic attacks. The contents of this website are for informational purposes only, and are not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are having a mental health crisis, call 988 to reach the Suicide and Mental Health Crisis Lifeline.