Friend2Friend: SEL for Students
Adopted by several state, district, and nonprofit organizations nationally, this research-proven online learning module engages youth in a conversation about mental health and drives change in their skills and attitudes toward seeking help for oneself or a friend.
Mental health, suicide prevention
Mental health, suicide prevention
High schools, youth programs, juvenile justice
High schools, youth programs, juvenile justice
Product Walkthrough
Introduction
Users meet their virtual coaches, two high school classmates, who share their experiences about struggling with psychological distress. They teach users about emotional health and wellness, and address misconceptions that high school students may have about mental health.
Goals
Users learn effective tactics for getting their peers to open up and offering support, including asking open-ended questions and summarizing.
Conversation Challenge: Ana
Users assume the role of Michael and speak with Ana who has been showing signs of stress. Users practice asking open-ended questions, reflective listening, asking directly about suicide, and connecting a friend with a trusted adult who can help. They learn to avoid ineffective tactics like being judgmental, criticizing, and giving unwarranted advice.
Being Healthy
Users learn more about identifying peers at risk for emotional distress or thoughts of suicide. The coaches explain the importance of reaching out, and they offer strategies for maintaining emotional well-being, such as eating well and exercising.
School Specific Resources/Other Resources
Throughout the simulation, users have access to a printable summary and a web page that includes a list of specific mental health resources available nationally and locally that Kognito customizes per client.
Program Evaluation and Usage Reports
The simulation is available online 24/7. Users are asked to complete pre-, post-, and 3-month follow up surveys to assess changes in skills, attitudes, and behavior. Upon completion, users receive a certificate of completion. Clients have access to usage reports and evaluation data via the Kognito client portal.
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