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Educating Students About Mental Health

A project of the Mental Health Association in New York State

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    Healthy Young Minds

    A newsletter dedicated to adults who engage with youth to promote understanding and encourage discussion of mental health issues.

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      Youth & Teen MHFA

      The Mental Health Association in New York State (MHANYS) has partnered with the New York State Office of Mental Health to expand Mental Health First Aid in school communities across New York State.

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    Latest Issue of Healthy Young Minds

    The theme of this edition is “From Insight to Action” — a guiding approach that SMHRTCenter uses every day to foster growth, support students’ mental health, and empower school communities to create and sustain healthy environments for learning and development.

    This issue highlights:

    • SMHRTCenter’s growth, new staff, and transitions
    • Timely interviews, articles, and resources to support educators, families, and students

    Stay informed, inspired, and connected with us as we work together to promote mental wellness in schools.

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    Mental Health Matters Day

    A tradition for nearly three decades, advocates visit Albany on Mental Health Matters Day to rally support for critical investments and programs that support mental health and suicide prevention in communities across New York State. MHANYS is partnering for this event with the New York chapters of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). Mental Health Matters Day is structured into three parts from 8 a.m. to approximately 4 p.m. as follows: (1) Breakfast and morning policy orientation and briefing, (2) Mental Health Matters Day rally, and (3) an opportunity to meet with their legislators in the afternoon. For more information and details, check out the Mental Health Matters Day page and Legislative Action Community page.

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    Mailing List Sign Up

    MHANYS’ School Mental Health Resource and Training Center’s mailing list is a great way to keep current on initiatives, news, and announcements regarding school mental health in New York State.

    To hear from MHANYS’ School Mental Health Resource and Training Center, please complete the form.