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When a young person dies by suicide or from a substance use-related tragedy, the heartbreak isn’t limited to one family.  It ripples out – through the community in classrooms, neighborhoods, and the entire town.  In those moments, it’s impossible not to ask ourselves: could we have done more? On May…

My name is Morgan, and I am a junior at Nashua High School North. Two years ago, I co-founded a mental health club with other students at my school. After participating in the Magnify Voices Art Contest this past year, I began volunteering with YouthWell New Hampshire. I’ve loved advocating…

By: Morgan, 2024 Magnify Voices artist and People’s Choice winner When I submitted my essay about growing up with mental illness to the Magnify Voices Art Contest, I didn’t expect more than a chance to share my story. The contest turned out to be way more than that. Participating in this contest…

New Hampshire (NH) LGBTQ+ youth face significant challenges, with many regularly encountering anti-LGBTQIA+ remarks and victimization at school, according to a 2021 survey conducted by GLSEN. These experiences can create barriers to learning, growth, and overall well-being. Despite progress, including anti-discrimination laws, gaps in awareness and access to resources, especially…

Beyond the Screen Series, where we will explore crucial topics impacting the mental health of New Hampshire’s youth.  Our final event will be an expert led discussion about how we can work together to make necessary changes to how we deal with smart phones in our school. This series is designed…

We are excited to have you join us for our Beyond the Screen Series, where we will explore crucial topics impacting the mental health of New Hampshire’s youth. This series is designed to provide parents, educators, and community members with the latest research and best practices to help navigate these…