FIT TO LEARN: Helping Students Thrive During Adolescence

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, "Half of all cases of mental illness start by age 14, and when left untreated, mental health issues can lead to dropping out of school, substance abuse, violence, and suicide." While sharing their personal hardships, speakers can inspir...

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Published inPrincipal Leadership Vol. 17; no. 6; p. 14
Main Author Giordano, Jacqueline
Format Trade Publication Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Reston National Association of Secondary School Principals 01.02.2017
Subjects
Adolescents
Alcohol Abuse
Child development
Community Relations
Community Resources
Coping
Counseling services
Drug abuse
Eating Disorders
Family (Sociological Unit)
Learning
Mental disorders
Mental Health
Mental health care
Parent Participation
Parent School Relationship
Parent Workshops
Principals
School Counselors
School Districts
School principals
Secondary Schools
Social Emotional Learning
Social Services
Society
Students
Substance Abuse
Teenagers
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Summary:According to the National Institute of Mental Health, "Half of all cases of mental illness start by age 14, and when left untreated, mental health issues can lead to dropping out of school, substance abuse, violence, and suicide." While sharing their personal hardships, speakers can inspire teens to believe that they, too, can overcome obstacles in their lives and accomplish their goals. * Provide accessible, confidential mental health and substance abuse counseling services for students so they have a safe place to go and seek help.
ISSN:2156-2113