In this week’s podcast episode, Chief Victory Officer, Eric Guy is joined by Deputy Mental Health Administrator of Beaver County Behavioral Health, Elisia Majors, and County Outreach Program Specialist at Beaver County Rehabilitation Center, Susan Smith, who both oversee the Youth Ambassador Program (YAP). Together, they discuss the mental health challenges that youth face today. They also share how we can empower young people to support each other, break stigma, and foster a community of understanding.

Takeaways:

• Social media significantly influences the mental health of youth today.
• Developing wellness and coping skills is crucial for youths to support themselves and their peers.
• Many youths lack knowledge about mental health and are often influenced by stereotypes and stigma.
• Youths frequently turn to each other for support in difficult times, making it vital for everyone to be equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to help.
• Openly talking about mental health teaches youth that they are not alone and that others are experiencing similar challenges.
• Although mental health was once a taboo topic, today’s youth are breaking the stigma and changing the norm.
• Today’s youth are driving a culture of acceptance and understanding around mental health.

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