Empowering Young Minds: The Ultimate Guide to Youth Mental Health First Aid
This text excerpt from FutureSTRONG Academy promotes mental health first aid, emphasizing the high prevalence of mental illness among youth (50% by age 14, 75% by mid-20s and 1 in 5 teens and young adults). It details how to recognize symptoms of mental health and substance use challenges (10.2% lifetime substance use disorder diagnosis), providing the ALGEE action plan (Assess, Listen, Give reassurance, Encourage professional help, Encourage self-help) and numerous resources including hotlines (Text4Help, 1-844-201-9946) and online materials. The text also includes links to various podcasts…
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