Community Workshops
It’s Real: Teens and Mental Health
A program created by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and supported by J.B. Hunt . Intended for high school classes or community settings with groups of teens, ages 14 to 18, or for middle school classes or community settings with groups of teens, ages from 11 to 15 It’s Real: Teens and Mental Health is a 45-minute program that provides young people with mental health education and resources. The program raises awareness about mental health issues, how to start a conversation about mental health, the importance of self-care, and how to reach out for help
Attendees will learn valuable skills
What mental health is and how it's both similar to and different from, physical health
How to notice signs of someone needing help
Tips and strategies for having a caring conversation with someone they might be worried about
Methods of self-care for mind, body, soul, and surroundings
Examples of trustworthy resources
How reaching out to trusted adults can help teens manage their mental health
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