Take Creative Action!

Suggested actions that can make a difference:

Create

• Create more: Continue to use creativity to express your own experiences with mental health and inspire others.
  
  
• Share personal stories: Speak publicly about your mental health journey (if comfortable) to break down stigma.
  
  
• Develop mental health resources: Research and compile a list of them and share it with your school and community.
  

Connect

• Start conversations: Talk openly with friends and family about mental health, reducing stigma and encouraging help-seeking behavior.
  
  
• Social media campaigns: Use platforms like TikTok or Instagram to share positive messages and educational content about mental health and well-being. 
  
  
• Organize events: Host school assemblies, movie nights with mental health themes, or art projects to raise awareness.

Care

• Start or Join a Mental Health Club: Start or join a group at school where teens can connect and share experiences in a safe space. 
  
  
• Volunteer at crisis hotlines: Train to provide support and resources to others struggling with mental health challenges.
  
  
• Write letters to representatives: Advocate for increased mental health resources in schools or increased access to mental health professionals.

• Promote healthy habits: Advocate for healthy lifestyles and resources that promote healthy sleep, exercise, and stress management.