The event, which took place Monday morning in Stamford, is in response to the growing mental health crisis in the country.
The Stanford Youth Mental Health Alliance is offering free youth mental health first aid sessions within Park 215.
It is designed for adults who regularly interact with young people, such as parents, teachers, coaches, and youth ministers.
Youth mental health first aid training includes: – Signs and symptoms to look out for – How to interact with a child in crisis – How to connect young people to help Experts say more and more people We believe young people are more likely to become paramedics if they are trained to start these important conversations. May you get the help you need.
The use of e-vapor products among high school students has also increased. In 2023, 9.3% of male students and 13.5% of female students reported using e-cigarettes or similar products.
October 1st marks the fifth anniversary of Connecticut’s decision to raise the legal age to purchase tobacco products from 18 to 21. Connecticut received an “F” rating from the American Lung Association for not investing enough money in programs aimed at tobacco prevention and reduction. use.
