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85% Support Enhanced Mental Health Education in Schools

8/20/2025

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Story summary

A poll by the American Psychiatric Association indicates 85% support for increased mental health education in schools.
Only 48% of respondents feel school staff are sufficiently trained in mental health.
The “Notice. Talk. Act.” program provides free training to help staff support students with mental health challenges.
This program has been implemented in over 200 schools across the country.

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Story summary

A poll by the American Psychiatric Association indicates 85% support for increased mental health education in schools.
Only 48% of respondents feel school staff are sufficiently trained in mental health.
The “Notice. Talk. Act.” program provides free training to help staff support students with mental health challenges.
This program has been implemented in over 200 schools across the country.