Youth Mental Health & Wellness

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Mud, Smores, Self-Reflection, and Connection
A partnership between the Southeast Land Trust of New Hampshire and UNH Extension is working with school districts to get students outside to learn, play, and protect the land.
The University of New Hampshire Extension’s Health & Well-Being and 4-H Youth Development teams have partnered with the Southeast Land Trust (SELT) of... Learn More
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The Impact of Social Media on Youth Mental Health
UNH Professor Kelsey Boucher provides insight on how New Hampshire communities can minimize harm and promote positive social media usage for youth
The Surgeon General's report details risks of harm, the prevalence of excessive media usage, current gaps in knowledge and for the need for policymake... Learn More
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Boost Your Brain
How mental health and brain health are connected
Understanding how mental health affects brain health Learn More
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Youth Mental Health In New Hampshire
May is Mental Health Awareness Month - learn about the current state of mental health in NH youth
Current state of youth mental health in NH and calls to action. Learn More
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How Can Parents, Caregivers and Educators Support LGBTQ Youth Mental Health?
LGBTQ youth are four times more likely to die by suicide than their peers
Information regarding LGBTQ youth mental health and why they're four times more likely to die by suicide than their peers. Learn More
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The Impact of the Covid-19 Pandemic on Youth Mental Health
How adults and caregivers can provide support
Understanding the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on youth, and what adults can do to help. Learn More
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Understanding Farm Stress
Farmers experience unique stress and mental health challenges due to their occupation
Understanding farm stress and what contributes to it. Learn More
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Helping Youth Manage Back to School Anxiety
Strategies to help parents during the start of a new school year
Here are some tips to help deal with your child’s anxiety when returning back to school. Learn More
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Youth Suicide Prevention: Learn the Facts
September is National Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month
September is National Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month. Throughout this month, we encourage you to help us spread the facts about suicide and ed... Learn More
Kristin Eberl
Welcome Kristin Eberl
Kristin Eberl, M.Ed., will join Extension in Rockingham County to help meet the behavioral health and wellness needs of youth in NH
Kristin joins Extension as a field specialist for youth and families, focusing on youth behavioral health and wellness. She most recently worked as a ... Learn More