The HYS covers a broad range of topics that can influence the health and wellbeing of students. Below are several resources that may help schools as they review their survey results and determine the best way to interpret and respond to them.

General Resources:

• Teen Health Hub WA
• View the list of resources shared with students after taking HYS here: Resource List

Resources by Topic

Mental Health

• Safe Schools FIT Toolkit
• American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - Get Help
• Gizmo's Pawesome Guide to Mental Health (how to talk to kids about mental health)
• National Eating Disorders Association
• Teen Link. Teen Link is a program of Crisis Connections that serves youth in Washington State. Volunteers are trained to listen to your concerns and talk with you about whatever’s on your mind – bullying, drug and alcohol concerns, relationships, stress, depression or any other issues you’re facing. No issue is too big or too small! Calls and chats are confidential. 
• 988 Suicide and Crisis hotline. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, going through a mental health crisis, or any other kind of emotional distress, this number is for you. You can call or text, and services are provided in both English and Spanish.
• Trevor Project. Crisis support and advocacy work for LGBTQ young people. The calling and texting center is open 24/7 and can help you if you are struggling with issues such as coming out, LGBTQ identity, depression, and suicide. 

Substance Use

• “Talk they hear you” SAMHSA’s national substance use prevention campaign helps parents and caregivers, educators, and community members get informed, be prepared, and take action.
• StartTalkingNow.org supports parents and influential adults in preventing underage alcohol and cannabis use. 

Tobacco & Vaping

• Information on E-Cigarettes for parents, educators, and health care providers from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
• The Facts on e-cigarettes use among youth and young adults from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
• Become a Smokefree Teen, Tools & Tips to help quit 

Marijuana

• What are the Health effects of Marijuana? from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
• YouCanWA.org helps youth identify healthy ways to cope with anxiety, stress, and depression to avoid cannabis use.

Alcohol

• Start Talking Now. Help youth make healthy choices. Start the conversation. Continue the conversation.
• Alcohol and Public Health

Prescription Drugs & Opiates

• Starts with One; Campaign to stop Opioid Abuse
• Prevent Opioid Abuse and Addiction from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services 
• Take back Your Meds; find a Medicine Take-Back Location to safely dispose of unwanted or expired medications.