Mental Health Library

Undocumented immigrants face unique mental health struggles, often with limited access to care. Find resources, support networks, and advocacy efforts to ensure mental health services are available for all.

This guide aims to give you an insight on what to tell your psych provider, from new medications to lifestyle changes, symptoms, and substance use. Sharing these details helps your provider offer better care and adjust your treatment accordingly.

This handout provides key nutrients your baby needs—like folate, calcium, iron, and protein—along with baby food suggestions and tips for picky eaters. Learn how to support your baby’s healthy development with practical advice and easy-to-implement feeding strategies.

This guide offers 11 practical tips for parents of children with anxiety, focusing on understanding, support, and coping strategies. Learn how to guide your child through anxious moments with validation, flexibility, and problem-solving without overwhelming them.

Building meaningful friendships with autistic individuals starts with understanding and respect. Learn how to be a supportive and inclusive friend while appreciating neurodivergent perspectives.

This handout offers practical tips for resolving conflicts and handling the silent treatment in relationships. It provides clear, empathetic strategies to improve communication, avoid misunderstandings, and strengthen connections, making it a valuable guide for healthier, more open relationships.

This handout offers practical advice for first-time moms navigating pregnancy, covering essential tips like building a support team, pain management, creating a birth plan, and bonding with your baby. It’s an easy guide to help you feel more informed and prepared.

If you’re thinking about quitting vaping or smoking, look no further. We’re here to give you the facts—no fluff, no scare tactics—just straight-up information to help you understand what you’re dealing with.

Anxiety in children can feel overwhelming—for both kids and parents. This handout dives into the signs, causes, and strategies to help your child navigate their feelings with confidence and support. Start understanding and empowering today

Every neurodivergent child deserves access to therapy that meets their unique needs. Discover how inclusive mental health services can provide support, comfort, and empowerment for kids on the spectrum.

This handout provides an overview of supplements that may support ADHD, mood, and anxiety. It explains safe dosing, potential side effects, and tips for choosing quality brands, offering practical advice to help you make informed, effective supplement choices.

This handout offers essential tips for managing life with a traumatic brain injury (TBI), covering recovery strategies like rest, focus, and self-advocacy. It also explains TBI causes, providing practical advice for those navigating life post-injury. Perfect for quick, useful insights.

This handout explains how low vitamin D affects mood, bone health, immunity, sleep, and more. It highlights the importance of maintaining healthy levels to prevent long-term issues like chronic pain, heart disease, and osteoporosis. Essential reading for overall well-being.

This handout explains how common medications can affect sleep, mood, or anxiety, and provides safe tapering guidelines. It also highlights herbal alternatives that may support mental health, with key advice to always consult a prescriber before making changes.

Paperflower Psychiatry now offers TOVA ADHD testing—a reliable, computerized assessment designed to measure attention, impulsivity, and response control. This test provides valuable insights to aid in an accurate ADHD diagnosis.

Confused about how to apply for a 504 Plan? This guide simplifies the process, offering clear steps and tips to help you secure accommodations for your child's unique needs. Empower your advocacy with actionable advice today!

This guide breaks down key facts about bipolar disorder, covering symptoms, triggers, and treatment options. It’s a quick, easy read for anyone wanting to understand bipolar disorder’s impact and how to manage it, especially if you or someone you know is affected.

Suicide can be difficult to talk about, but recognizing the warning signs early could save a life. From mood swings to subtle changes in behavior, this guide helps you understand how to spot signs of someone struggling. Learn how to support those in need before it’s too late.

QBCheck is a computerized ADHD assessment tool that provides objective data on attention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity. Learn how this innovative test can support accurate diagnoses and treatment plans for ADHD and how to get tested with Paperflower Psychiatry

Explore sensory therapy options that can make a big difference in your child's daily life. This guide from Paperflower Institute provides practical strategies and therapies tailored to help your child thrive. Empower your journey with tools and resources that support your child’s unique needs

Navigating hormone replacement therapy (HRT) in 2025? Paperflower Institute provides a comprehensive guide to help you understand the latest access options, requirements, and resources for gender-affirming care.

This handout explains GeneSight Testing, a genetic test that helps personalize medication choices for mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, and ADHD. It guides patients on how the test works, its benefits, and factors to consider, such as insurance coverage and limitations.

This handout explains postpartum depression (PPD) symptoms, causes, and when to seek help. It’s essential for new parents to recognize the signs early, understand the contributing factors, and know that support is available for their mental health.

Accessing gender-affirming care can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. This guide walks you through HRT, surgical options, and how to navigate healthcare as a trans or nonbinary person in Arizona. Learn where to start, what to expect, and how to advocate for your needs. Your journey, your rights, your healthcare.

Need help navigating the IEP application process? This guide breaks down everything you need to know to secure the right support for your child’s unique needs. Learn the steps, tips, and resources to advocate effectively!

This handout offers practical, research-backed strategies for parents of teens with depression, focusing on listening without judgment, encouraging open conversations, and providing emotional support. It highlights the importance of empathy, direct communication, and adjusting expectations, empowering parents to better support their teen's mental health.

Navigating adulthood with autism comes with unique challenges. This guide offers strategies and insights to help autistic adults manage daily life, relationships, and self-care while embracing neurodivergence.

When starting a new medication, it's normal to experience some side effects. However, there are simple steps you can take to minimize these effects and make your experience more manageable.

Curious about how herbal supplements may impact serotonin levels? This handout breaks down key ingredients, their effects, and what to watch out for. Stay informed and prioritize safe, effective choices for your well-being

This guide offers a review about Lithium. Lithium is a mood stabilizer that's been around for a while. It's a pretty solid option, but like all meds, there are some things you need to know to make sure it's working well for you and that you're staying safe.

Understanding and supporting your neurodivergent child starts with neuroaffirming therapy. This guide will help parents navigate therapy approaches that respect and uplift their child’s unique way of thinking and experiencing the world.

If you're navigating life with Adult ADHD, you’re not alone. Many people share your experience, and learning about how to manage it can make a big difference. ADHD impacts focus, organization, and time management, but with some adjustments, life can feel less overwhelming.

This is the second part of the handout that offers practical tips for adults with sensory processing challenges. It covers strategies for creating a sensory-friendly environment, managing daily routines, and using sensory tools, helping parents reduce stress and improve their child's well-being.

This handout explains what to expect during your prenatal visit, covering key tests like blood pressure, urine, and GBS checks, along with fetal growth monitoring. It highlights essential screenings to ensure your and your baby’s health throughout pregnancy.

This handout explains the MTHFR gene mutation, its effects on folic acid processing, and how it can impact mood, energy, and health. It offers practical tips on supplements, diet changes, and managing symptoms for better well-being.

This is the first part of the handout that offers practical tips for parents to support children with sensory processing challenges. It covers strategies for creating a sensory-friendly environment, managing daily routines, and using sensory tools, helping parents reduce stress and improve their child's well-being.

This guide explores the stages of grief, normalizes emotions like daily crying and numbness, and offers coping strategies. It emphasizes that grief is personal and ongoing, encouraging self-compassion while navigating loss with support and understanding.

Changing your name legally can be an empowering step in affirming your identity. This guide breaks down the process for LGBTQIA+ individuals, covering everything from required documents to legal steps, costs, and resources. Get the support you need to navigate the name change process with confidence.

This guide offers simple, practical tips on exercise and diet to boost your mood, energy, and overall well-being. It’s designed to be relatable, stress-free, and achievable—perfect for anyone looking to make small, manageable changes to feel better.

Changing your legal name in 2025? Paperflower Institute provides a comprehensive guide to help you navigate the process smoothly. Whether you’re updating your name for gender affirmation, personal reasons, or legal purposes, we’ve got you covered.

Step into the journey of motherhood with confidence! 'Pregnancy 101: A Guide for First-Time Mothers' offers practical tips and insights to help you navigate this exciting time. Empower yourself with knowledge and embrace every moment of your pregnancy journey

Parenting a child with ADHD can be tough, but with the right strategies, you can help your child thrive. From building consistent routines to advocating for school support and using chore charts, this handout offers practical tips to make daily life smoother for both you and your kiddo.

This handout offers a curated list of insightful books covering ADHD, trauma, mental health, and postpartum challenges. Each book provides valuable perspectives and practical advice to help readers better understand and navigate their mental health journeys. Perfect for personal growth.

This handout covers the basics of melatonin, including its effects, safe usage, potential side effects, and interactions with medications. It also offers tips for better sleep and insights into how melatonin can help with issues like anxiety and jet lag.

Sleep hygiene isn't about cleanliness—it's about the habits, behaviors, and environment that impact your sleep quality. This guide is about all the things that you have to know in order to have a better sleep.

Struggling with sleep? This guide breaks down the differences between melatonin and traditional sleep aids, helping you choose the best option for improving sleep quality while considering safety and effectiveness.

This guide offers a review of common marijuana withdrawal symptoms like mood swings, cravings, and trouble sleeping as well tips on management withdrawal. Perfect for anyone looking for help during the process or for those supporting someone who's quitting.

This handout explains the risks and benefits of using psychiatric medications during pregnancy and breastfeeding, including SSRIs, safer options, and those to avoid. It highlights the importance of managing mental health and encourages discussing personalized treatment with a provider.

This handout explains trichotillomania, a hair-pulling disorder, covering its symptoms, causes, and treatment options. It offers practical advice on managing the condition through therapy and medication. Read it to better understand trichotillomania and available support options.

At Paperflower Psychiatry LLC, we understand that navigating special education services can feel overwhelming. Whether you're writing an IEP (Individualized Education Plan) or a 504B letter for your child, this guide will help you make sure your request is clear, professional, and legally sound. Below, you’ll find a sample letter and some tips to help you get started.