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Implementing Positive Mental Health Views in Schools: Insights from BC2M Clubs

Implementing Positive Mental Health Views in Schools: Insights from BC2M Clubs

Introduction

Schools are pivotal in providing mental health services to students, yet stigma remains a significant barrier. A recent study, "Encouraging 'Positive Views' of Mental Illness in High Schools: An Evaluation of Bring Change 2 Mind Youth Engagement Clubs," offers insights into reducing stigma through school-based interventions. This blog explores the study's findings and suggests ways practitioners can implement these insights to enhance student outcomes.

Understanding BC2M Clubs

Bring Change 2 Mind (BC2M) clubs are high school youth leadership initiatives aimed at destigmatizing mental illness. These clubs engage students in activities that promote mental health awareness and peer support. The study evaluated BC2M's effectiveness in reducing stigma and increasing help-seeking behaviors among students.

Key Findings

Implementing Findings in Practice

Practitioners can leverage these findings by:

Encouraging Further Research

While BC2M shows promise, further research is needed to explore its impact on non-club members and identify strategies to increase engagement. Practitioners are encouraged to contribute to this research by sharing insights and outcomes from their own implementations.

Conclusion

BC2M clubs offer a valuable framework for reducing stigma and promoting mental health in schools. By implementing the study's findings, practitioners can enhance student outcomes and foster a supportive school environment. For those interested in the original research, please follow this link: Encouraging “Positive Views” of Mental Illness in High Schools: An Evaluation of Bring Change 2 Mind Youth Engagement Clubs.


Citation: Fein, E. H., Agbangnin, G., Murillo-León, J., Parsons, M., Sakai-Bismark, R., Martinez, A., Gomez, P. F., Chung, B., Chung, P., Dudovitz, R., Inkelas, M., & Kataoka, S. (2022). Encouraging “Positive Views” of Mental Illness in High Schools: An Evaluation of Bring Change 2 Mind Youth Engagement Clubs. Health Promotion Practice. https://doi.org/10.1177/15248399221098349
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

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