Intended for middle school classes or community settings with groups of teens, ages from 11 to 15, It’s Real: Teens and Mental Health for Middle School is a 45-minute program that provides young people with mental health education and resources. The program raises awareness about mental health issues, how to start a conversation about mental health, the importance of self-care, and how to reach out for help.

Attendees will learn:

• What mental health is and how it's both similar to and different from, physical health

• How to notice signs of someone needing help

• Tips and strategies for having a caring conversation with someone they 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

*Participants must be 11 or older to attend.