Resources
Two Types of Self-care and How They Can Positively Impact Your Mental Health
The Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) curriculum lays out two types of self-care strategies — physical, and mental and emotional.
6 Ways to Support Your College Student’s Mental Health
College marks a new beginning in a child’s life – for many it’s the first tentative steps away from the safety of their home.
The Impact of Mental Health Challenges on Teens
Being a teen comes with exciting milestones that double as challenges – like becoming independent, navigating high school and forming new relationships.
Talking to Your Teen About Mental Health
As conversations around mental health become more common, it is increasingly important that we consider the mental health of everyone – especially teens.
Providing Mental Health First Aid to LGBTQ+ Communities
This blog post includes recommendations, guidelines and facts that can inform your conversations as you provide or teach Mental Health First Aid.
5 Signs Your Teen May Be Asking for Help
When it comes to mental health, teens may not always know how to identify their problems and ask an adult for help directly.
Voices of Mental Health First Aid: Youth Mental Health First Aid Gave Me Hope
In December 2020, I took a Youth Mental Health First Aid class.