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It’s Real: Teens and Mental Health
For teens ages 13-18, this program provides young people with mental health education
and resources. The program raises awareness about mental health issues, how to start a
conversation about mental health, the importance of self-care, and how to reach out for
help.
Attendees will learn:
• What mental health is and how it's both similar to and different from, physical
health
• How to notice signs of someone needing help
• Tips and strategies for having a caring conversation with someone they might be
worried about
• Methods of self-care for mind, body, soul, and surroundings
• Examples of trustworthy resources
• How reaching out to trusted adults can help teens manage their mental health
This class will be taught by Jaime Angelini, the Statewide Director of Suicide
Prevention, Crisis Response and Special Projects at the Mental Health Association in NJ
(MHANJ).
Jaime is a certified Mental Health First Aid Instructor (Adult, Youth and Teen), Suicide
Prevention Trainer, Stress First Aid Trainer, Parent Educator, Disaster Response Crisis
Counselor and a certified National trainer in Skills for Psychological Recovery (SPR).
Registration is required. Registration link: https://forms.gle/GkN9pw5GcEm2kyxb6
Event Links
Website: https://go.evvnt.com/3011866-0
