Mental Health First Aid USA

03/03/2026

There is no shame in starting again.

03/02/2026

For , we're amplifying the voices of teens on the American Academy of Pediatrics Center of Excellence on Social Media and Youth Mental Health Youth Advisory Panel, who just completed teen Mental Health First Aid training. Three panelists, Freya, Kalan and Rin, shared how the training influenced the way they understand, approach and support mental health, particularly in relation to social media use: https://bit.ly/4l9R7SS

We spoke with three teens about their experience and how teen MHFA training influenced the way they understand mental health.

03/02/2026

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 this Wednesday's session at 1:30pm ET: https://bit.ly/4stS4s8

02/28/2026

There are no rules when it comes to journaling. It can be messy, repetitive, emotional or even boring. Journaling doesn't even have to involve pen and paper! Voice notes, dictation tools, or typing in a document are great ways to literally talk things out. Not sure where to begin? Start with a few of these prompts.

Find more prompts on our blog: https://bit.ly/46wvgPp

02/25/2026

At the National Association of Counties' Conference, the Mental Health First Aid team had the privilege of hearing from numerous attendees about the impact of MHFA in their communities. We're honored to continue partnering with NACo to help counties support mental health. Thank you for having us, NACo!

Learn more about how we're reshaping how counties support mental health at work and in the community: https://bit.ly/4rxItjb

02/23/2026

Student mental health challenges can show up in classrooms, on the field, or after school. When they do, young people need trusted adults to turn to.

This Wednesday, join us to explore five practical, evidence-informed ways schools and youth-serving organizations can better support young people’s mental health, without overwhelming staff or turning them into clinicians. Save your spot today: https://bit.ly/4aeHJbg

02/22/2026

You know that feeling: tomorrow is Monday and facing another week of work can make it feel like there's a pit in your stomach. When the weekends are supposed to be a time to recharge and unplug from work, how do you combat the ? Find more tips on our blog: https://bit.ly/4crjU31

02/19/2026

The concern over doomscrolling isn't for nothing: concerns persist about smartphone and social media use and mental health, particularly among teens. We use them to shop, communicate and navigate. So how can we better manager our phone usage and also stay connected to the present? Find 6 steps to a healthy relationship with your phone on our blog: https://bit.ly/4rqVivH

02/17/2026

Last week, the Mental Health Coalition launched Safe Online Standards (S.O.S.), the first-ever standards and ratings system designed to evaluate how online platforms protect the mental health and wellbeing of young people. Families, advertisers, policymakers, and the public now have a clear, expert-driven, and user-informed framework to understand how social media, gaming, and digital platforms are designed for users ages 13–19, including how they address exposure to su***de and self-harm content.

Learn more about S.O.S. and how to get involved: safeonlinestandards.org

02/14/2026

Showing up and being there for your partner can be more powerful than you think. Find some tips on our blog to help you offer support while navigating the complexities of mental health, without stepping into the role of therapist: https://bit.ly/4iwYWiV

02/11/2026

Whether you dread or anticipate it, can also serve as a reminder that we all could use a bit of self-love.❤️

Head over to the blog to find more ways to survive (and thrive) this Valentine's Day: https://bit.ly/4rjYSrG

02/11/2026

The Mental Health First Aid team will be at the National Association of Counties Legislative Conference Feb. 21-24 in Washington, D.C. Stop by our booth in the NACo Edge exhibitor area to find out how you can bring MHFA to your county. Learn more about how we're partnering with NACo to help counties support mental health: https://bit.ly/4rOwAFu