Educate: Teen and Youth Mental Health First Aid

Empowering teens and adults with mental health first aid—recognize, respond, and support.

Upcoming First Aid Classes

Why Mental Health Matters for Teens

1 in 5

teens in the United States will experience a mental health challenge by the time they are 18.

3

Suicide is the third-leading cause of death among youth ages 15–19.

64%

of teens in the United States who experience mental health challenges don’t seek help.

*Results from the 2021 National Survey on Drug Use and Health by SAMHSA Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration

How teen Mental Health First Aid Can Help

Course content addresses common mental health challenges in young people.

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Understanding reduces stigma.

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Teens have an Action Plan to help friends and peers who may be facing a mental health challenge or crisis, such as suicide.

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Youth learn how and when to involve a parent, guardian or other responsible and trusted adult.

Endorsed by ISD 186, REEL North Alliance offers the Teen and Youth Mental Health First Aid courses. This course offers education to teens ages 14-18 and adults working with teens regarding how to identify common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges, how to connect someone struggling with the help they need and much more.

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Past Mental Health First Aid classes have empowered participants to identify signs of mental health issues, provide support, and connect others with necessary resources, fostering a more informed and compassionate community.