Downside of screen time: Families should look carefully at their media habits. Too much screen time can lead to obesity, poor sleep, and poor school performance. #HarvardHealth#TipoftheDay
May is #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth—a great time to check in on yourself & your loved ones. If you or someone in your life needs help, confidential support & treatment options are available. #MHAM24
💚 Help yourself & share to help others: https://t.co/jTAO1Q7SjI
Thank you to Secretary Tutwiler for inspiring comments related to youth mental health. Grateful to KyleCare and the Patriots Foundation for hosting an impactful conference on teen mental health for Active Minds student chapters.
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Thanks to @KylecaresFdn for promoting open communication about the mental health challenges our young people experience. Sec @PatrickTutwiler was grateful to speak with students about how we're working to address emotional + behavioral health needs across all levels of education.
Thanks to the Hockomock Area Y for a wonderful, impactful event. As always a tribute to the deep difference the Y makes in the lives of individuals and families in the community. Grateful for their support and partnership with area schools.
We held our annual Campaign Breakfast today, a long-standing tradition at Gillette Stadium. Thank you to so many who partner with us to improve our neighborhoods and give to our Y's Reach Out Campaign to address the challenges facing our communities. #BeCauseY#YForAll
High school juniors, make sure to register for our March 13th webinar! You'll learn about:
• Financial aid applications
• Types of financial aid
• Factors that determine aid eligibility
• How colleges determine the amount of aid to offer
• Details of financial aid offers
“Teens want parents to talk to them.”
Dr. Safdar Medina shares tips for talking to youth about substance use in today’s world.
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“These are the years when students are figuring out who they are and how they want to show up in the world.” Here's how middle schools can create healthy, positive cultures—and how *you* can play a role in this work: https://t.co/k5havjfnW9
Know someone that plans on submitting the FAFSA or looking for a deep dive on financial aid? We have two events next week they won't want to miss. Here's where to register: https://t.co/fAkPR8gjzr
Eating disorders are serious medical illnesses, and the way we talk about them matters. Here are some facts you can use to help shape the conversation around eating disorders. https://t.co/7VCEGIjtdM #shareNIMH
While you're celebrating the Fourth of July, it's important to remember that fireworks can trigger PTSD. If you're struggling today, reach out to the resources below.
Plan to use 🎆 fireworks this #4thOfJuly? Be mindful of those living with PTSD.
Have a chat about how the sounds might affect them, or give a heads up about what time fireworks will be set off. The Disaster @distressline is also providing counseling & support. #IndependenceDay
Could marijuana use exacerbate the nation’s youth #mentalhealth crisis?
New research shines a light on the possible link between high-potency cannabis and various mental health risks: https://t.co/fo06Cx2mQq
The rising popularity of #vaping has been dramatic, especially among teenagers. Here's what we do (and don't) know about how it can affect your health. #HarvardHealth https://t.co/yl6y4tEJdV
To start #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, spend 20 minutes having a conversation about mental health with your child. Here are some conversation starters you can use.
Today is National Fentanyl Awareness Day. Talk to your children about their mental health and the risks of encountering illicitly manufactured fentanyl. Learn more at fentanylawareness https://t.co/BhcuJNZ2AB
Today is National Fentanyl Awareness Day. Here's what you need to know about the growing fentanyl crisis.
Reshare to help us spread the word today! #NationalFentanylAwarenessDay (1/2)
Understanding the issues concerning suicide & mental health is an important way to take part in #SuicidePrevention help others in crisis & change the conversation. Some warning signs may help you determine if a young person in your life is at risk: