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Shining Brighter Together: Introducing Beacons of Hope+
Joining a Community of Action
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How Can Schools Celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month in May?
What is the Positivity Pledge? The Positivity Pledge is a schoolwide awareness campaign by Erika’s Lighthouse designed for Mental Health Awareness Month in May. It is a...
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How Can I Tell if My Teen is Depressed or Just Being a Teen?
Understanding Adolescent Depression Adolescence is a period of significant physical and emotional change, which can sometimes make it difficult to distinguish between...
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The Ripple Effect: How Your Stories Power Youth Mental Health
A Shared Mission for Every Student At Erika’s Lighthouse, we sit at the intersection of professional educators and passionate supporters. While our donors provide the fuel,...
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Turn Your Next Race into a Mission: Perks of Joining Team Resilience DIY
Your Race, Your Pace, Your Impact Are you training for an Ironman, a triathlon, or a local marathon? With Team Resilience DIY, you don't have to wait for a "signature" race...
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School Refusal and Depression: How to Help Your Child Get Back to Class
Understanding the Root of School Refusal It is not uncommon for a child or teen with depression to avoid or refuse to go to school. This behavior can be disruptive...
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How Can Schools Become “Sources of Strength” for Youth Mental Health?
Building a Culture of Care in Your School Community Every student deserves good mental health, but achieving this requires more than just a single lesson—it requires a...
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Illuminating Hope: Why It’s Time to Shine A Light on Depression
Depression thrives in the shadows. It grows in silence, isolation, and the feeling that no one else understands. But at Erika’s Lighthouse, we believe that no young...
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The Landscape of School Mental Health Today
The current landscape of school-based mental health services is facing a “perfect storm.” While student needs are rising, schools are battling...
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