MeMd - Teen Therapy Handout

Teen Therapy Services
Helping Your Employees Help Their Children
Even your best employees will struggle at work if there are
struggles at home. This is especially true for employees whose
kids are suffering from mental, behavioral or emotional
challenges. Sadly, mental health issues including anxiety,
social pressures and depression in children and teens are
skyrocketing, but options for care are severely limited.
You can help. Take action, now, to build a happier and
more productive workforce by providing the resources your
employees and their families need.
The Issue
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A drastic increase in mental health disorders in children and teens
has been seen in the last decade.
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Depression among adolescents increased 52% between 2005 and
2017, according to the American Psychological Association.
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Dangerous behaviors, such as self-harm, are also on the rise.
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According to the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services, one in
five adolescents has a diagnosable mental health disorder, and
nearly one in three show signs of depression.
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The National Institute of Mental Health says 3 million youth ages 12-
17 have experienced at least one major depressive episode in the
past year.
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Researchers believe social media, cultural pressures, dependence
on electronic communication and poor sleep habits all contribute
to mental health issues in children and teens.
Quick Facts
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Available nationwide
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Sessions in as few as
24 hours
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Treatment plans designed
for ages 10-17
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Option for a 25- or
50-minute session
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Licensed therapists
experienced in
teen therapy
› › Initial parent/guardian
participation, then
on-going as desired
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The Shortfall
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A national shortage of
mental health workers
creates major barriers for
employees seeking care
for their kids.
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At least 85% of youth in
need of treatment do
not get it, according to
a national study in the
International Journal of
Health Services.
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Poor access to care can
have a dire outcome.
The CDC reports suicide
is the second-leading
cause of death among
adolescents 12-17 and in
college-aged youth.
Research consistently
shows that parents of
children with mental
health issues experience
psychological distress.
In the workplace, these
employees are often
worried, exhausted,
depleted and distracted.
The MeMD Solution
Our teen teletherapy program gives employees access to
the mental healthcare their children need – and gives your
staff the peace of mind they crave.
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National network of state-licensed, NCQA-credentialed mental
health providers specializing in child and adolescent therapy.
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Teletherapists treat depression, anxiety, body image concerns,
eating disorders, bullying, peer conflict, drug and alcohol use,
self-harm behaviors and other common adolescent issues.
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Parents can connect their children to a therapist in as few as
24 hours. This is critical for kids in need.
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Consults take place online or by phone, as children are often
more comfortable with video vs. in-person visits.
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Available for children ages 10-17.
How it Works
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Parents log into their MeMD account to schedule a 50-minute
sessions for their child.
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Using a computer or mobile device, members and their kids
connect with a provider. Parents always participate in the first visit.
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The therapist designs a detailed treatment plan with benchmarks
and frequent check-ins to ensure the treatment is effective.
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On-going treatment could include 25 or 50-minute sessions.
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