An event in Stamford Monday morning is addressing the growing mental health crisis in the country.

The Stamford Youth Mental Health Alliance is offering a free Youth Mental Health First Aid session inside Park 215.

It's designed for adults like parents, teachers, coaches, youth ministers and more who regularly interact with young people.

Youth mental health first aid training includes: - signs, symptoms to look out for - how to interact with kid in crisis - how to connect youth with help Experts believe that when more people are trained to start these crucial conversations, young people are more likely to receive the help they need.

Electronic vapor product use among high school students also grew. In 2023, 9.3% of male students and 13.5% of female students reported using e-cigarettes or similar products.

Oct. 1 marked the five-year anniversary of Connecticut's decision to raise the legal age for tobacco product purchases from 18 to 21. Connecticut received an "F" grade from the American Lung Association for not investing enough money in programs that prevent and reduce tobacco use.

Other sessions coming up: