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By JOHN T. BRODERICK I grew up in a middle-class town of 18,000 people north of Boston. My Dad, who had two chemistry degrees from Boston College, taught science at the local high school and my Mom, whose family couldn’t afford the nursing degree she wanted, worked in an office…

In my work as the Executive Director of Youthwell New Hampshire, an organization dedicated to addressing youth mental health, I have seen firsthand how policy decisions made by our state legislators can shape the mental health and well-being of young people across our state. That’s what makes a slate of…

2026 New Hampshire Legislative Session Update: What It Means for Youth Well-Being As the 2026 New Hampshire legislative session progresses, YouthWell New Hampshire has been actively monitoring key bills that impact youth mental health, substance use prevention, and protections for LGBTQ+ young people. Here’s where things stand and what it…

Setting kids up for a mentally healthy school year Ready to make this school year the most mentally healthy yet? Join Mental Health America and The Kids Mental Health Foundation for a free webinar equipping you with the tools and strategies to support student success, both academically and emotionally. Hear…

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…