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New Podcast: Expanding Teen Mental Health First Aid in New York
July 29, 2026
New York has an ambitious goal: to offer Teen Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) to every 10th grader in the state over the next five years. That’s more than 180,000 students each year. Reaching students across a state as varied as New York requires more than a strong curriculum or a large funding commitment. It
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Instructor Spotlight: Calli Thorne, a Trusted Voice for Mental Health in Rural North Dakota
Meet MHFA Instructor Calli Thorne, who brings mental health training to rural North Dakota and helps communities support one another.
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Mental Health Resources
If a mental health or substance use challenge is affecting you or someone you know, there are several resources available to learn more or get connected with help. If you are in crisis, or you know someone who is, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or dial 911 in case of emergency.
March 18, 2025
An Essential Education: Mental Health First Aid for Emerging Adults