Name
It's Real: Teens and Mental Health for High School Students
Description
Provides young people with mental health education and resources. The presentation covers such topics as: • What is mental health? How is it similar to, or different from, physical health? • How to notice signs of someone needing help • Tips and strategies for having a caring conversation with someone you 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 The presentation includes brief video narratives featuring well-known GenZ influencers sharing their own experiences with mental health, and what they found helpful at the time. Target Audience: Teens between the ages of 14 and 18.
Speakers
Track
MSCA (School Counselors)
Date
Friday, October 18, 2024
Time
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Professional Development (Renewal) Units
1
Type of Session
Session - In-Person
This sectional targets grade level(s):
8-12
Capacity
60