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The mission of the American School Health Association is to transform all schools into places where every student learns and thrives. The American School Health Association envisions healthy students who learn and achieve in safe and healthy environments nurtured by caring adults functioning within coordinated school and community support systems.
Membership Benefits• Journal of School Health (JOSH)- ASHA’s peer-reviewed,
indexed professional journal, available in print and online• Continuing Education – Members receive free Continuing
Education credits (includes JOSH self-studies, webinars, and the Annual Conference)
• Discounts–discounts on select AAP publications, as well as a discount to The Sex Ed Network, and job postings on our Career Center
• Information and Expertise – Access to the latest in school health through our annual conference and bi-weekly newsletter
Call for Abstracts is open until March 9th.
Welcome & Introduction
• Need• Collaborating Organizations• Web-based Toolkit Tour• Deep Dive• Call to Action• Q&A
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/mental-health/suicides-homicides-rise-young-people-n1067786
Our nation’s youth are struggling with increased rates of depression, thoughts of suicide, and self-harm.
Mental Health America’s State of Mental Health in America Report, 2017
• Anxiety and depression top list of problems teens see among their peers
• Suicide rates among young people are rising, reaching highest levels since 2000
• Suicide is the 2nd
leading cause of death among youth
https://www.pewsocialtrends.org/2019/02/20/most-u-s-teens-see-anxiety-and-depression-as-a-major-problem-among-their-peers/http://www.mentalhealthamerica.net/issues/state-mental-health-America.
Need
Shine Light on Depression is a web-based toolkit for school communities
with free, ready-to-use resources to helpraise awareness of depression and prevent suicide
among youth
ShineLightOnDepression.org
Collaborating Organizations
American School Health AssociationProfessional society dedicated to transforming all schools into places where every student learns and thrives.
Anthem, Inc.One of the largest health benefits companies in the U.S. dedicated to fulfilling its mission to improve lives and communities.
Erika’s Lighthouse: A Beacon of Hope for Adolescent DepressionNational nonprofit committed to raising awareness about teen depression in middle and high school communities. Erika’s Lighthouse works to eliminate the stigma surrounding depression and empower young people to take ownership of their mental health. Provides research-based programs that help make sure no young person feels alone in their depression.
JetBlue Airways CorporationGlobal company dedicated to mental health and well-being of its customers and communities.
National PTANational parent-teacher association dedicated to making every child’s potential a reality by engaging and empowering families and communities to advocate for all children.
A unique collaboration of organizations committed to raising awareness of depression and preventing suicide among young people.
Web-based Toolkit Tour
ShineLightOnDepression.org
Erika’s Lighthouse Programs
Classroom Programs & Student Clubs
About Erika’s Lighthouse
Founded in 2004 after the loss of a 14-year old who died from her depression.
Dedicated to:
• Educating & raising awareness about adolescent depression
• Encouraging good mental health
• Breaking down stigma
All programs are free and focus on bringing a message of hope to middle and high schools
Impact
Evidence-Informed
• Published in Advances in Social Work in January 2019
• Independent evaluation completed by Michael S. Kelly, PhD, LCSW of Loyola University Chicago School of Social Work
Why Depression Education?
• Protects young lives• Touches a larger population of students• Reduces stigma & builds a climate of good
mental health• Promotes early identification of depression• Encourages early intervention and help-seeking behaviors• Depression accounts for attendance issues, under-achievement, behavioral
concerns
How are these programs different?
AuthenticReal stories from teens
EmpoweringTeen can find their voice
AccessibleFlexible & ready to use
HopefulNot fear-based; comes from the
heart
Skills-Based Health Education
Alignment to NHES #3: Students will demonstrate the ability to access valid information, products, and services to enhance health
SKILL PROGRESSION:• Skill Introduction
• Teacher teaches & models skills• Skill Reinforcement
• Students practice• Skill Proficiency
• Student opportunity for proficiency
Accessing Programs
(Also accessible through Student Clubs page)
The Erika’s Lighthouse Program for
Middle School Students
The Middle School Program
The Middle School Program
There are three 45-minute lessons:
1. Understanding teen depression (with an 18-min. video)
2. Helping yourself and/or someone else
3. Good mental health is for everyone
The program is organized by:
• Facilitator’s guide
• Student workbook
• Resource appendices
• Audio lectures & slideshows
• Interactive exercises
Introduces depression & strategies for good mental health
Student Bookmark
Self-Referral Card
The Erika’s Lighthouse Program for
High School Students
The High School Program
The High School Program
There are three 45-minute lessons:
1. Understanding teen depression & suicide awareness (with an 18-min video)
2. Developing empathy for those who struggle, helping yourself and/or someone else
3. Good mental health is for everyone
The program is organized by:
• Facilitator’s guide
• Student packets
• Small group work & presentations
• Full class discussion
• Interactive exercises
Takes a deeper look at depression & suicide and explores strategies for good mental health
The High School Program
• Class discussion & opportunities for small group work
• Increase students’ empathy and understanding of what it might be like to experience depression as a high school student
The Erika’s Lighthouse Student Clubs
Teen Empowerment Clubs
Teen depression is real, common, and can be serious. Teens can help each other by talking and listening. Students can visit Erika’s Lighthouse to learn more about how to start a Teen Club in their school, run awareness campaigns, and use their voice to Get Depression Out of the Dark.
Other Resources
Erika’s Lighthouse: Parent Handbook
• Available in English and Spanish
Family Workshops
These workshops help families support teens experiencing depression. Our ready-to-use tools can help build a positive mental health culture in their school community.
Family Workshops
Family Workshop Tools
Family Workshop Tools
Call to Action
Help Spread the Word!
Questions?
THANK YOU!
Continuing Education• Eligible for 1 continuing education hour
• CHES/MCHES• NAPNAP• IC&RC• Participation
• Members receive free Continuing Education credits• CEs may be obtained by:
• Completing the webinar evaluation
Upcoming Webinars:
• 3/10/20- Pandemic Preparedness: School Plans for Coronavirus• 4/8/20-Updated National Sex Ed Standards: What’s Changed since
2012?• 5/21/20-Health Education Specialist Practice Analysis II (HESPA II
2020) Findings and Recommendations to the Field• 7/16/20-The WSCC Model- From Framework to Practical
Application
