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 AIM’s 2024 Impact: Empowering Change Through Community

A year marked by growth, innovation, and unwavering commitment to the mental well-being of our youth.
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The AIM Ideas Lab Now Accepting Applications

AIM strives to improve knowledge and resources for struggling youth through their Ideas Lab. Article published by the Carmel Sandpiper.

Celebrating a Decade of Impact: AIM’s 10th Gala Raises Big for Suicide Prevention

This October, we raised over $650,000 for youth mental health research and programs!

How Virtual Multi-Family Support is Enhancing Treatment for Youth with Anorexia 

Our Stanford researchers explored how a group-based family treatment could empower parents of youth experiencing anorexia nervosa.

Youth & Teens with ADHD Toolkit

What is ADHD? It’s etiology, types, symptoms, coping strategies, and even strategies for parents all covered in this Toolkit.

Suicide Prevention Toolkits for Youth + Caregivers

Tools and strategies for youth and adults to become suicide prevention advocates.

How To Thrive (Not Just Survive) College

Exploring Dr. Martin Seligman’s PERMA Model.

 AIM’s 2024 Impact: Empowering Change Through Community

A year marked by growth, innovation, and unwavering commitment to the mental well-being of our youth.

Celebrating a Decade of Impact: AIM’s 10th Gala Raises Big for Suicide Prevention

This October, we raised over $650,000 for youth mental health research and programs!

How Virtual Multi-Family Support is Enhancing Treatment for Youth with Anorexia 

Our Stanford researchers explored how a group-based family treatment could empower parents of youth experiencing anorexia nervosa.

Suicide Prevention Toolkits for Youth + Caregivers

Tools and strategies for youth and adults to become suicide prevention advocates.

How To Thrive (Not Just Survive) College

Exploring Dr. Martin Seligman’s PERMA Model.

How (& Why) To Write A Family Mission Statement

A mindfulness exercise that invites the entire family to practice acting in accordance with your family values.

Hi, it’s AIM! Reintroducing Ourselves

We are beyond thrilled to announce we have upgraded our visual identity, with many thanks to our friends at FISK.

2024 State of Youth Mental Health (A Student-Led California Report)

A student-led California report by AIM’s Ideas Lab participants is sharing exactly how we all can make a difference in youth mental health

A Therapist’s Take on Youths’ Cycle of Self-Criticism

How can we transform youths’ relationship with social media from escapism and perfection into self-awareness and community support?

Are My Problems ‘Valid’ Enough?

New AIM Ideas Lab finding shows youth are most likely to reach out for support if…

Emotional Expression That AIMs For Awareness

With the catharsis of creating art and the connectivity of absorbing art in mind, we are combining creativity and advocacy for our AIM for Awareness Design Challenge.

The Science of Sunshine: How Light Exposure Enhances Mental Health

New research confirms that sunlight exposure has positive impacts on depression and anxiety.

How Virtual Multi-Family Support is Enhancing Treatment for Youth with Anorexia 

Our Stanford researchers explored how a group-based family treatment could empower parents of youth experiencing anorexia nervosa.

Reminder to Breathe: How Mindfulness Texts are Supporting Teens

This AIM researcher is asking teens for their input on mental health solutions and helping them get out of negative thought spirals in the process.

A Suicide Intervention App For College Students

Updates on the latest, ground-breaking youth mental health research funded by AIM - A Suicide Intervention App For College Students

How Looking To The Clinicians Is Informing The Future Of Mental Healthcare

Updates on the latest, ground-breaking youth mental health research funded by AIM.

Can Neuroscience Research Help Us Improve Children’s Mental Health?

New findings from neuroscientist Damien Fair’s research may lead to better brain health for children and point to more-targeted therapies for youth with mental disorders.

Bridging the Gap: The Science of Implementation

An interview with AIM Scientific Advisory Board member, Dr. Rinad Beidas. Her implementation science research helps point to what’s needed in order to transform our current mental healthcare system to better serve youth.

Youth & Teens with ADHD Toolkit

What is ADHD? It’s etiology, types, symptoms, coping strategies, and even strategies for parents all covered in this Toolkit.

Suicide Prevention Toolkits for Youth + Caregivers

Tools and strategies for youth and adults to become suicide prevention advocates.

How To Support Queer Youth

Learn these life-saving and research-based practices to support LGBTQ+ youth.

12 Prevention and Resilience Strategies For ACES

Through a community effort towards prevention of Adverse Childhood Experiences, we can shape a mentally healthy future for our youth!

Bipolar Disorder in Youth Toolkit

Throughout the highs and lows, a fulfilling life is possible for every adolescent—experiencing bipolar disorder included.

DEAR Man: Your Tough Conversation Toolkit

This Dialectical Behavioral Therapy skill is a thoughtful strategy for clear, effective communication no matter what conversation you’re walking into.

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