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February Marks Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
Orange County Faces Alarming Rates of Teen Dating Abuse February is not only a time for groundhogs, valentines, and presidents; it also serves as Teen Dating Violence (TDV) Awareness Month, a critical period dedicated to addressing the pervasive issue of teen dating...
New Year, More Compassionate Me By: Isabel Villegas, Wellness & Prevention Center
January brings an abundance of New Year’s resolutions, personal development goals, and health and fitness tips as society embraces the “New Year, New Me” mindset. By the time you've reached this article, you've likely read your fair share of advice on setting goals...
The Power of Therapy: How Talking Can Transform Your Mind and Life by Audrey Tillotson.
Approximately 13% of youth live with a serious mental health condition, and only about 20% get the treatment they need. “One of the biggest contributors to poor mental health is poor sleep habits. Teens need 8-12 hours of sleep a night. Two contributors to poor sleep...
4 Million Certified in Mental Health First Aid.
This past October a major milestone was hit - 4 million individuals have been trained in Mental Health First Aid across our country. Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is an evidence-based course that teaches participants about mental health and substance use challenges....
The Noble Path Foundation (TNPF) is a 501(c)(3) located in San Clemente, CA and founded in 2013.
The Noble Path Foundation (TNPF) is a 501(c)(3) located in San Clemente, CA and founded in 2013. Our mission is to raise awareness on the importance of healthy lifestyle choices for young people, via free programs centered around enrichment, education and...
Empowering Youth: The Noble Path Foundation’s Journey to Health and Wellness.
The Noble Path Foundation (TNPF) is a 501(c)(3) located in San Clemente, CA and founded in 2013. Our mission is to raise awareness on the importance of healthy lifestyle choices for young people, via free programs centered around enrichment, education and...
SCHS Teens Attend Tomorrow Together: Youth Suicide Prevention Program Summit in Sacramento.
Two weeks ago, youth leaders from San Clemente High School attended The Center at Sierra Health Foundation - Youth Suicide Prevention Programs annual convening - Tomorrow Together: Youth Suicide Prevention Program. Wellness & Prevention Center staff accompanied...
We Did It! Teen Alcohol Use Is DOWN and Parental Involvement Is UP.
Have you heard the good news? Together, we’ve made a positive difference in our children’s lives. We have much to celebrate thanks to you. Teen alcohol use has significantly decreased over the past five years, according to the California Healthy Kids Survey. This...
SCHS Students Place Fifth in Statewide Film Contest
Last month, Arantza Villarroel, Melanie Lopez, and Natalia Reyes from San Clemente High School were recognized for achieving fifth place in Directing Change’s statewide video competition under their “Through the Lens of Culture” category. The Directing Change Program...
Exploring the Relevance of Mental Health Stigma
May marks Mental Health Awareness Month nationwide, a time dedicated to amplifying the voices of mental health advocates and combating stigma. Stigma, rooted in negative attitudes and stereotypes, poses a significant barrier to accessing mental health care. It breeds...