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TheNANProject – Saving Lives One Story At a Time

WebThe NAN Project works to promote mental health awareness and suicide prevention programs for young people, using a peer-to-peer model. Number of people reached 0. …

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Goals and Outcomes

WebOrganizational goals include: Increase awareness of mental health issues and improve knowledge of available supports among students who receive The NAN Project …

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Coping Strategies

WebThe NAN Project works tirelessly to promote emotional well-being. A large part of maintaining your emotional well-being is taking the time to utilize a coping strategy when …

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month

WebParticipate in our self-care challenge! Since 1949, Mental Health Awareness Month has been recognized in the United States each May. The NAN Project works to promote …

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For Parents and Caregivers

WebMENTAL HEALTH QUESTIONS STUDENTS HAVE (BUT ARE AFRAID TO ASK) During our student presentations, we receive many questions from the youth lens, including how …

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The Weight of Gold: Athletes and Mental Illness

WebThese are sentiments of HBO’s new documentary The Weight of Gold, a must-watch for sports fans and mental health advocates alike. The film investigates the connection …

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How to respond to suicidal behaviour

WebOffer unconditional emotional support, understanding, patience, and encouragement. Talk to him or her, but hold back from asking too many questions or lecturing. Listen carefully …

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A Q&A with Health Educator Holly Breen

WebA Q&A with Health Educator Holly Breen. Earlier this year, we spoke to longtime Andover High School health educator Holly Breen about the impact of the pandemic on students’ …

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ED-SAFE: A Study in Suicide Intervention

WebThe ED-SAFE study, published in 2018 by the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health, echoes some truths about suicide prevention that The NAN Project brings to high school …

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Help for Families and Young People

WebThose in a college or university can contact the student Counseling Center or Health Center. Connect to a clinic or treatment facility associated with a local Medical School or …

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LGBTQ+ Mental Health Resources

Webis a mental health counselor and doctoral candidate and Nikeeta is an organizer and activist. They hold conversations on discrimination within the LGBTQ community, …

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BIPOC Mental Health Resources

Webis a mental health counselor and doctoral candidate and Nikeeta is an organizer and activist. They hold conversations on discrimination within the LGBTQ community, …

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For First Responders

WebThe mental health challenges described in Mental Health 101, include anxiety, depression, substance abuse and schizophrenia. The NAN Project employs the voices of our Peer …

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Stigma and the Misuse of Mental Health Terminology

WebWhat OCD really is: OCD is a disorder categorized by intrusive, unwanted and disturbing thoughts that can cause individuals to ruminate, and feel guilt and shame. Often these …

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Managing Mental Health During the Holidays

WebHaving that down time at home with family can be stressful for some people and can impact mental health for a number of different reasons. You might miss your friends, maybe …

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Suicide Prevention Month – Knowing the Warning Signs

WebResources for Suicide Prevention. CDC National HIV and AIDS Hotline (800) 232-4636. Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline (800) 422-4453. Crisis Text Line Text HOME to …

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Dear Evan Hansen

WebRegarding conversations about mental health with young people, we think this trendy musical is a good place to start, and we urge the audience – young people, parents, and …

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