American Foundation for Suicide Prevention • Teens & Mental Health

Posted on 02/16/2023

It's Real: Teens and Mental Health (Virtual Presentation)

Presented by the Greater Los Angeles and Central Coast Chapter:
It's Real is a dedicated presentation intended for high school classes or community settings with groups of teens, ages 14 to 18, It’s Real: Teens and Mental Health is a 45-minute program that 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

*Participants must be 14 or older to attend.

Virtual Event: Will be held via Zoom

Date: Tuesday, February 28th

Time: 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Contact Information:

Andrea Guzman (Programs Manager, GLACC)
[email protected]

TO REGISTER - https://isrpm.attendease.com/register/registration/form