When Not to Keep A Secret Essay Contest

When Not to Keep A Secret Essay Contest

In keeping with the Health Promotion Committee's committment to the health and well-being of children and adolescents, the Alliance has partnered with the American Psychiatric Association Alliance's "When Not to Keep A Secret," essay contest.  

The goal of the literary project is to render a service to the school community, at no cost, that will encourage students' thinking about the issues that affect them and their community. In particular, it is designed to create and enhance an overall awareness in students that violent talk can lead to violent action.

The purpose of the project is to create a positive atmosphere for open communication between students and parents and students and educators.

Students are encouraged to seek assistance from a trusted adult and to understand that violent talk can lead to violent behavior. In order to write on the topic, students have to confront harsh truths and explore a high level of ethical behavior.

For more information on deadline and submissions dates and to learn more about the APA Alliance please click here.