Mental Health Essentials: Foundations for Teens
Category: Mental Health Literacy
Modality: Curriculum
Summary
In this seminar, middle & high school students will learn to:
- Develop an understanding of mental health and mental illnesses
- Examine stigma and its impact on seeking help
- Identify when, where, and how to access professional support
- Strengthen skills for maintaining their own mental health and supporting peers
Strategies supporting educational equity (CASEL)
Not available at this time.
Implementation
Below are key implementation details for this program. These specifications help determine if the program is a good fit for your school or organization.
Grade(s)
Middle (6-8), High School (9-12)
Setting
Schoolwide, Community
Language
English
Cost
Pricing available through provider.
# Lessons
One
Program Design
Tier 1 (Universal)
Technology Requirements
None
Staffing Requirements
At least one mental health professional must participate for your organization to be eligible for the Train-the-Trainer model. For direct delivery, no pre-requisites are required.
Professional Development
Contact provider for additional information.
Mental Health Literacy Components
This program addresses the following mental health literacy components:
Understanding stigma and strategies for stigma reduction
Understanding how to foster & maintain positive mental health
Understanding how to seek help effectively
Understanding common mental health disorders, signs and symptoms, and treatments
Evidence of Effectiveness
There have been no peer-reviewed studies or formal evaluations to date.