Addressing Mental Health Illness and Increasing Psychological Literacy Among High School Students in a Behavioral Health Pilot Program

Poster Session - Teaching

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Abstract: A pilot program was administered to high schoolers participating in a work-force development program, addressing mental health illness and lack of knowledge surrounding psychology. Programming included interactive learning, group discussions, and a feedback assessment. Results from the assessment showed increased knowledge of mental health topics amongst teenagers after program implementation.

• Cassandra Pallo (Presenting Author)
• Victoria August (Author)