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Teen Mental Health

a teen and his parents sit on a park bench
a teen and his parents sit on a park bench
August 31, 2023

Five Ways to Support Your Teen’s Mental Health

Adults often joke about the moodiness and unpredictable nature of teenagers. As teens go through puberty, spend more time with…

Be The Difference, Mental Health First Aid, News, Teen Mental Health, Youth Mental Health
two young women walk outside on a path and talk
two young women walk outside on a path and talk
May 17, 2023

Bringing Mental Health Awareness to Teens in Rural Communities

I always thought I knew the best way to have a conversation with people. I have three kids, so I…

Guest Commentary, Mental Health Awareness Month, Mental Health First Aid, News, Teen Mental Health, Youth Mental Health
group of smiling teens showing each other stuff on their cell phones
group of smiling teens showing each other stuff on their cell phones
March 28, 2023

Helping Teens Build Healthy Social Media Habits

How teenagers manage and use social media is a complicated topic. Sure, social media can be a valuable tool and…

Mental Health First Aid, News, Technology, Teen Mental Health, Youth Mental Health
boys basketball team texting from the bench
boys basketball team texting from the bench
October 18, 2022

What Student Athletes (and Their Coaches) Need to Know About…

In my sophomore year of high school, I took the teen Mental Health First Aid (tMHFA) course as part of…

Be The Difference, Guest Commentary, Mental Health First Aid, Sports, Teen Mental Health, Youth Mental Health
A father talking to his daughter
A father talking to his daughter
June 6, 2022

How Mental Health Challenges Can Manifest in Youth

*If your child does or says anything that indicates they have a desire to hurt themselves or others, take them…

Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, Teen Mental Health
teens smiling and talking in a group
teens smiling and talking in a group
May 31, 2022

How to Talk to Your Teen About Tobacco Use

Tobacco use has often been portrayed as harmless, something the “cool” kids do, especially in popular TV shows aimed at…

Mental Health Month, Substance Use, Teen Mental Health, Youth Mental Health
January 24, 2022

Helping Your Friend Connect with a Trusted Adult

Being a teenager isn’t always simple, especially with the added complications of the COVID-19 pandemic – online school, changing physical…

Mental Health First Aid, News, Schools, Teen Mental Health
December 7, 2021

tMHFA Taught Me How to Take Care of My Own…

Everyone faces stressors in life, especially in high school. Things like forgetting to do a school assignment, being late for…

Guest Commentary, Mental Health First Aid, News, Teen Mental Health
November 17, 2021

The National Council for Mental Wellbeing Will Provide Free Mental…

Dozens of schools and youth-serving organizations throughout New Jersey will provide free teen Mental Health First Aid (tMHFA) training to…

Born This Way Foundation, Mental Health First Aid, News, Press Releases, Teen Mental Health
November 16, 2021

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…

Mental Health First Aid, News, Teen Mental Health, The "Awkward" Conversation
November 2, 2021

How tMHFA Can Help During and After COVID-19

As the COVID-19 pandemic stretches on, the effects on our teens are far-reaching: Many have had extracurricular activities changed or…

COVID-19, Mental Health First Aid, News, Teen Mental Health
October 25, 2021

How to Help a Friend Who Is Being Bullied

Bullying is not an unfamiliar concept, especially for nearly 20 percent of students aged 12-18. According to the Mental Health…

Mental Health First Aid, News, Teen Mental Health, Youth Mental Health