1st Moment: STEP - Here when you need us
No waiting for appointments, no referrals, no redirection - Just Well-Being - 24/7
Responding to student crises places a significant emotional and mental toll on teachers, often leading to burnout and reduced effectiveness. Schools also face increased strain on resources, as they work to provide both immediate support and long-term solutions for affected students. Forward Walking is here to transform this strain on resources into an asset through First Moment: STEP (Support Team for Emergency Planning.
A significant percentage of high school students experience mental health challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, and other related issues. According to various studies and reports, including data from the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):
- 1 in 3 high school students (about 33%) report feeling sad or hopeless almost every day for two or more weeks in a row, which is a key indicator of depression.
- Anxiety disorders affect approximately 25% of adolescents (1 in 4).
- Stress is widespread, with a 2021 study by the American Psychological Association (APA) indicating that nearly 70% of teens report feeling stress during the school year.
- Suicide rates have also risen in recent years among high school students, with mental health issues being a contributing factor.
These statistics show the prevalence and urgency of addressing mental health among high school students. Mental health support, early intervention, and stress management are crucial to supporting their well-being.
1st Moment virtual consultations provide the critical first step in well-being response. We are here, just a Call or Click Away - 24/7/365
Our evidence-based assessment and clinician-led consultation sets a clear path for greater mental health. The 1st Moment: STEP program include:
- In-the-moment behavioral tele-consultation and assessment
- Evaluation and intervention
- Scheduled video sessions
- Coordination of benefits with health insurance, local counselors and other resources, when required
