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NeuroStar Partners With This Is My Brave to Recognize Teen Mental Health Month
New initiative aims to provide information and resources for teen mental health amidst rising public health concerns MALVERN, Pa., Aug. 01, 2024 (GLOBE
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[{"type":"text","content":"New initiative aims to provide information and resources for teen mental health amidst rising public health concerns\nMALVERN, Pa., Aug. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Neuronetics, Inc. (NASDAQ: STIM), a medical technology company focused on designing, developing, and marketing products that improve the quality of life for patients who suffer from neurohealth disorders, is partnering with non-profit This Is My Brave to raise awareness and provide essential resources to support the mental health and well-being of teens and young adults for Teen Mental Health Month in August. “More than 40% of high school students report feelings of sadness or hopelessness,1 meaning the urgency to address teen mental health and well-being has never been greater,” stated Keith J. Sullivan, President and CEO of Neuronetics, Inc. “We’re honored to partner with This Is My Brave to increase awareness for Teen Mental Health Month and provide resources and education to patients, parents, and doctors. The new indication for NeuroStar TMS to treat adolescents aged 15 and older with depression is one example of our commitment to the mental health needs of teens.” NeuroStar and This Is My Brave are united in their efforts to equip adolescents and their communities with the information, resources, and skills to navigate mental health challenges. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) reports that nearly 70% of adolescents felt a negative impact on their mental health due to the COVID-19 pandemic,2 highlighting the urgent need for such support. This partnership marks a pivotal step in advocating for the official recognition of August as Teen Mental Health Month and elevating the importance of teen mental health in public discourse. “We are grateful to have NeuroStar as a partner in this endeavor. Their dedication to improving adolescent mental health outcomes through innovative treatment and raising awareness of such options aligns seamlessly with our goals for Teen Mental Health Month,” said Erin Gallagher, Executive Director of This Is My Brave. “At This Is My Brave, our goal is to provide a platform for individuals to share their stories and foster understanding of, and support for, mental health challenges.” According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), suicide is the third leading cause of death among hig...