4-H Healthy Living Mental Health

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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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Gardening For Your Health
Summer is here and that means it is time to garden! Being in the outdoors has many benefits, including increased attentiveness and productivity, lower... 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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Mindfulness in 4-H
How to integrate mindfulness into your 4-H program
How to integrate mindfulness into your 4-H program Learn More