teen mental health pittsburgh

Mental health support for teens: What’s available and where to find it in the Pittsburgh area

Check out our guide to teen mental health support in the Pittsburgh area.

LGBTQ resources

Local and national LGBTQIA+ resources for youth and parents 

In Pittsburgh and beyond, these resources are available to offer information and support.

Dr. Sparks electrifies Pittsburgh kids with scientific silliness

“My love has always been telling stories to children.”

Pittsburgh Home Safety Van aims to keep our kids injury free

“The van itself draws people in and gets them to talk about ways to make their home safer.”

Olivia Klaich

The Mary Christmas Project honors Mary Claire Friedl with Beanie Boo donations from around the world

“All of her girlfriends, they just don’t know what to do, so they’re doing these amazing things. It’s just beautiful to watch — and heartbreaking.”

Kidsburgh Heroes: Noelle and Dave Conover of Matt’s Maker Space

“This project allows us to keep his memory alive, show other families that there is a way to help grief through giving back and leave a meaningful legacy in our community.”

Innovative Pittsburgh Parks Rx prescribes outdoor activity for numerous benefits

Kids enjoy the health perks of Pittsburgh’s parks, thanks to the new Pittsburgh Parks Rx program.

First-of-its-kind survey sheds light on teen behaviors in Allegheny County

The first Healthy Allegheny Teen Survey reveals information about adolescent behaviors and health in Allegheny County.

4 Pittsburgh advocates supporting breastfeeding mothers

August is National Breastfeeding Month! Kidsburgh celebrates by profiling four breastfeeding advocates in Pittsburgh.

Lyme time: what your family needs to know

Tick season in Pittsburgh brings concerns about Lyme disease. Here’s what your family needs to know to prevent and treat this illness.

Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh ranks among America’s best

For the sixth consecutive year, Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC ranks among the best American hospitals for kids.

5 community resources helping Pittsburgh teens lead healthier lives

Kidsburgh offers five ideas to help Pittsburgh teens nurture both their physical and mental health.

4 Pittsburgh pediatricians making our city a healthier place

Kidsburgh recognizes four Pittsburgh pediatricians whose work with children and families helps build our community into a healthier place.