The State of Stigma
August 2024 — Young People & the Stigma of Mental Health Diagnoses
August 29, 2024 | 12pm
To address the mental health crisis among young people, new programs are helping them overcome stigma and connect with their peers. Learn about the teen chatline, and more informal initiatives that encourage young people to reach out and share their struggles.
MODERATED BY—Matt Smith, Executive Director of PreventionFocus
Nicole Shields
Youth Peer Advocate Program Manager, Mental Health Advocates
Laura Spencer
Director of Clinics, Harmonia Health Care
Shawntrice Alexander
Student at Villa Maria College
More Facebook Live Events
Our regular Facebook live events bring together experts from the mental health field and broader community to share information and about mental health topics and efforts to reduce stigma. These events are always free and open to the public.