Distraction Kit Workshop for Middle & High Schoolers
Empowering youth for the prevention of suicide - Youth Stability and Support Alliance (YSSA) aims to raise awareness about the growing number of suicide cases among youth by sharing different coping strategies. This particular approach - distraction kits - focuses on using physical toys and objects to help ease distress and provide a healthy distraction.
The distraction kit includes commonly used coping items designed to help individuals manage moments of intense anxiety, sadness, or overwhelming emotions. While not a cure for mental health challenges, these tools offer a way to regain focus and calm during difficult moments. The goal is to provide support for depressive episodes, or times of distress, helping prevent impulsive decisions.
Students in grades 6-12 are invited to join us in making their own distraction kit at this workshop lead by members of YSSA. Registration is required.
Learn more about YSSA on their website: https://www.youthstabilityandsupportalliance.com/