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.

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.

Mental Health in Schools
In 2016, Governor Cuomo signed into law a bill that requires schools to provide mental health instruction as part of K-12 health education. Here are several resources developed by the Mental Health Association in New York State, Inc. (MHANYS) outlining the legislative history and intent, as well as recommendations for implementing the law, including content for developing curriculum.
