Combat Teen Suicide and Depression
Talking To Teens – Suicide Prevention
Suicide is a difficult topic, but it’s too important to ignore. Suicide is the second leading cause of death for young people ages 15 to 24. Despite a common belief that only teens and adults die by suicide, younger children can also be at risk. Depression and suicide often coincide. Yet not everyone who is […]
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Pledge to be Stigma Free -Promote public awareness, create conversations, and work towards overcoming stigmas, stereotyping, discrimination, and removing any barriers to recovery. Join in our mission to enable and encourage those with mental illness to Stand Up, Speak Out, and Get Help.
Mental Health
News
N.J. law requires mental health instruction in grades K-12
TRENTON, N.J. (AP) – New Jersey public schools will be required to include instruction on mental health under a new law Gov. Phil Murphy has signed. Murphy, a Democrat, signed the bipartisan measure on Friday. The measure passed the Democrat-led Assembly and Senate earlier this year without any no votes. In a statement, Murphy said ensuring that […]
