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New teen mental health first aid training focuses on peer support

A new teen mental health first aid framework, designed with teen input, is rolling out ahead of the next school year.
The training teaches teens how to help peers while staying safe and not overextending themselves.
New framework uses the R.O.L.E. acronym to guide peers in recognizing, opening, linking, and encouraging.
The National Council for Mental Wellbeing led the development of the new training framework.
The Mental Health Association in New York State offers virtual trainings several times a month at no cost.
About 30 school districts in New York are involved in the initial rollout, including RCSD.
Educators see potential life-saving impacts as teens learn early to identify and support peers in crisis.
The program addresses concerns about social media and AI as new pressures on teens.
The training aims to reduce stigma and improve empathy among students.
Experts emphasize the need for accessible crisis care as schools face budget constraints.

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