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Help Youth in Tribal and Indigenous Communities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With our youth-focused course that honors Tribal and Indigenous practices, you\u2019ll learn how to talk to young people ages 12-18 about their mental health.<\/h2>\n\n\n\nFind Training<\/span><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/a>\n\n\n\nTrain a Group<\/span><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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How Youth MHFA Helps Indigenous Mental Health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tribal and Indigenous young people have the highest rate of youth suicide<\/a>, and over 60%<\/a> experience mental health challenges. Now more than ever, they need support. Our evidence-based training teaches you to step in with care.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Know What They\u2019re Going Through<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Understand how Tribal life affects their mental health and how to approach them with empathy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Get Them Talking<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Many kids stay quiet and try to handle things alone. Learn to notice the signs that they might be struggling and how to build trust so they open up.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Break the Stigma<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

71% of young people with depression who never sought help<\/a> said they were worried about what people would say. You can change that by making it OK to talk about mental health.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Be Ready to Act<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

85% of educators<\/a> say they need better training to handle student mental health. Our simple MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE) gives you the tools to respond with confidence.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Help Them Grow and Succeed<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When you support mental health early<\/a>, young people can focus on learning, growing and being their best \u2014 at school and in life. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Connect Them to the Right Care<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Get tools that focus on Tribal and Indigenous mental health, so young people can get care that meets their specific needs.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Take Youth MHFA for Tribal and Indigenous Communities<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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To find a training or Instructor near you, enter your location below.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Get Group Training<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Work with our team to find the right training options for your group of 6 or more. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Who Should Take Youth MHFA?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Are you under 18 or looking for peer-to-peer training?<\/em><\/strong> Check out our training for teens helping teens<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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What You Learn<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In this full-day training, you\u2019ll learn how to help Tribal and Indigenous young people ages 12-18. Topics include anxiety, depression, suicide, bullying and substance use. You’ll also discuss their connection to rural living, generational trauma and more. You\u2019ll be able to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Learn the impact mental health and substance use challenges can have on Indigenous youth.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Know the risk and protective factors for these youth.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Recognize the signs and symptoms of mental health challenges in young people.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Use the MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE) to support Indigenous youth.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Interact with a young person in crisis.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Connect a young person with professional help.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Address stigma and explain that recovery is possible.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Encourage young people to practice self-care.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Get national and regional resources for youth mental health in Tribal and Indigenous communities.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nWhy Train With MHFA?<\/span><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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How MHFA Works With Schools<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We know parents and guardians want to understand the ways schools and organizations care for their children\u2019s mental wellbeing. If you plan to teach Youth MHFA, keep parents and guardians informed before the course starts with information sessions and MHFA resources.<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nLearn More<\/span><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Mental Health News<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Stay informed with our latest stories, tips and research on mental health and substance use.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nRead More<\/span><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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October 20, 2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Instructor Spotlight: Andrea Sirois, Oro Valley, Arizona<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\nRead More<\/span>\n <\/path>\n<\/svg><\/span><\/a>\n\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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October 9, 2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beyond Awareness: Turning World Mental Health Day into Year-round Action<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\nRead More<\/span>\n <\/path>\n<\/svg><\/span><\/a>\n\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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October 2, 2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Youth MHFA and teen MHFA: Two Different Programs, One Shared Mission<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\nRead More<\/span>\n <\/path>\n<\/svg><\/span><\/a>\n\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nRead More<\/span><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Get Started With Adult Mental Health First Aid<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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