Mental Health First Aid USA

01/13/2026

Faculty and staff are often the first to notice when a student is struggling, and they deserve practical, evidence-based tools to respond with confidence and care. SUNY - The State University of New York is making an important investment in campus wellbeing and in the everyday moments when being prepared can make a difference. https://lnkd.in/eQ7aaP86

01/12/2026

Instead of making sweeping New Year's resolutions to achieve overnight, create a few realistic goals that will have a long-lasting impact on your mental health and happiness. Find more tips on our blog: https://bit.ly/3YC5LYr

01/06/2026

Have questions about navigating the MHFA online store? On the first Wednesday of every month, we offer 1:1 support to answer all of your merchandise and order-related questions. Join us for tomorrow's session at 1:30pm ET: https://bit.ly/4stS4s8

01/05/2026

Governor Kathy Hochul announced today a proposal to make teen Mental Health First Aid training available to all 10th graders across New York State, reaching 180,000 students annually to ensure that high school students have the skills to support themselves and each other. As part of this initiative, the State will also offer new Youth Mental Health First Aid training for adults who regularly interact with youth in schools and community programs.

National Council for Mental Wellbeing president and CEO Chuck Ingoglia and Vice President of Mental Health First Aid Tramaine EL-Amin said, "This announcement represents a historic and transformative investment in youth mental health. We are deeply grateful to Governor Hochul for her bold leadership and unwavering commitment to the mental wellbeing of New York's students. By expanding teen Mental Health First Aid to reach all 10th graders statewide, New York is setting a powerful national standard — normalizing conversations about mental health, reducing stigma and equipping an entire generation with critical, potentially lifesaving skills. The National Council is proud to partner in this effort and remains fully committed to supporting schools, educators, parents and communities as this landmark initiative moves forward."

Read the press release here:

Governor Hochul unveiled her first State of the State proposals, which will continue to build on her progress to keep New York’s kids safe online and combat the youth mental health crisis statewide.

12/31/2025

For some, the start of the year is a prime opportunity to set goals. For others, the thought of making resolutions triggers a heavy eye roll. When 29% of people say they feel pressured to set resolutions by January 1 (Gen Z reported feeling the pressure more than any other generation), it might help to consider other ways to celebrate a new year. Read more on our blog: https://bit.ly/4beuj19

12/31/2025

County governments are a key to building and maintaining thriving communities. Often behind the scenes, county leaders are responsible for maintaining roads and bridges, caring for our physical and mental health, administering our elections, ensuring public safety, strengthening environmental stewardship, and so much more.

We're proud to partner with the National Association of Counties to strengthen U.S. counties and communities by investing in the mental health and wellbeing of county employees with MHFA: https://mentalhealthfirstaid.org/support/naco/

12/24/2025

Thank you for being a part of the Mental Health First Aid community! May your holiday season be as wonderful as the impact you've helped create.

12/23/2025

The holiday season can be a time of joy, togetherness, and magic for kids, but packed schedules, disrupted routines, and big expectations can also create stress. Here are five ways to help the young people in your life feel safe and supported during the holidays: https://bit.ly/3YanIx2

12/22/2025

Wherever you are on your journey to recovery from an eating disorder, social events and family gatherings that involve food can be stressful, making this time of year potentially triggering and difficult. It's important that you prepare a few strategies in advance to protect your mental health. Find more tips on our blog: https://bit.ly/3L4iz6E

12/18/2025

As you think about how to support loved ones this holiday season, make sure to give extra consideration to those in recovery from substance or alcohol challenges. https://bit.ly/4aVl6dU

12/12/2025

Overwhelm often emerges when there's just too much going on. It can be difficult to juggle all of your responsibilities at the same time, and self-care can often feel like just another thing tacked onto the list. Try these tips for managing the overwhelm: https://bit.ly/4pC2ZhR

12/10/2025

Make a difference in your community by becoming a Mental Health First Aid Instructor! Join our webinar tomorrow to learn how you can become certified to teach this evidence-based, nationally recognized program. We'll cover:
✅ What MHFA classes look like
✅ The role of an Instructor
✅ How to get certified
Save your seat: https://bit.ly/46Njsax