846 Jefferson Avenue, Scranton, PA 18510
Tel: 570-342-1047
Programs for Youth Mental Health
People of every age are affected by mental illness. NAMI is proud to offer programs for young people and for educators. We also offer resources in the form of guides, tips and information to help students, caregivers and educators. Click here for credible, important information.
Say It Out Loud
We offer this program for teens, young adults & educators in the region we serve to
provide the tools needed to understand symptoms of mental illness and how to talk about it.
This program is an hour-long discussion-focused session geared toward normalizing mental health conversations.
Talking about mental health can be challenging and uncomfortable, but it is an important step in eliminating the stigma that surrounds it. Groups learn the warning signs and participate in structured discussions about mental health and mental health conditions.
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NAMI National offers an online card game to help create connections through conversations. Check it out here.
Ending the Silence
This engaging presentation helps middle and high school aged youth learn about the warning signs of mental health conditions and what steps to take if you or a loved one are showing symptoms of a mental health condition.
This program is a free, evidence-based, 50-minute session in which your students will learn about mental health conditions through a brief presentation, short videos.
These presentations include two leaders: one who shares an informative presentation and a young adult with a mental health condition who shares their journey of recovery. Audience members can ask questions and gain understanding of an often misunderstood topic.
Resources for College Students
NAMI On Campus clubs are student-led, student-run mental health clubs on high school and college campuses. NAMI On Campus clubs. Raise mental health awareness with fairs, walks and candlelit vigils. Educate the campus with presentations, guest speakers and student panels.
NAMI and The Jed Foundation have created a guide to help start a conversation on campuses.​
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Talking about mental health is important even if you don’t experience a mental health condition; someone you know may need help. Students often prefer to confide in a friend before talking to anyone else; you may see that a peer is struggling and you could help. By learning more, you’ll be better equipped to know what to do if you or a friend is in distress.
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Download the "Starting the Conversation Guide" here to help you get started with a conversation about mental health on campus, at home, with a friend...anywhere.