Childhood, interrupted: Adolescent and
pediatric behavioral health

The pandemic disrupted childhood routines in ways that experts are still seeking to understand.

In this episode, UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh pediatrician Dr. Johanna Vidal-Phelan and psychiatrist Dr. Abigail Schlesinger talk about common behavioral health issues children and teens can have and what adults can do to support the health and well-being of their whole family.

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Are you experiencing a crisis or concerned about a loved one?

Residents of Allegheny County can get crisis counseling for a variety of issues from resolve Crisis Services. Call 1-888-796-8226 or get help through the resolve Crisis Services website.
Learn about the National Child Traumatic Stress Network on the NCTSN website.
The Matilda H. Theiss Childhood Development Center offers early childhood mental health services.
For help with addiction, go to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration’s website or call their hotline at 1-800-662-4357.
For help with a mental health crisis, reach the National Alliance on Mental Illness online or call 988.
Reach UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital and UPMC Western Behavioral Health online or call 1-877-624-4100.
UPMC Health Plan members have access to their plan's behavioral health programs, tools, and resources.
Learn more about Community Care Behavioral Health.
How did the pandemic affect your child? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention offers a resource kit for parents and guardians.

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Guest Speakers

Dr. Johanna Vidal-Phelan

Dr. Abigail Schlesinger

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