New York S05103 mandates schools to integrate instruction on preventing co-occurring disorders into their health education programs.

New York S05103 amends the education law to require schools to include instruction on the prevention of co-occurring disorders as part of their health education programs. This instruction, designed according to the needs and abilities of students at successive grade levels, aims to educate them on maintaining mental health and wellness, fostering healthy decision-making, and understanding pathways to substance misuse and addiction. The commissioner may consult with relevant advisory councils in developing this instruction.

New York S05103 mandates schools to integrate instruction on preventing co-occurring disorders into their health education programs.

New York S05103 amends the education law to require schools to include instruction on the prevention of co-occurring disorders as part of their health education programs. This instruction, designed according to the needs and abilities of students at successive grade levels, aims to educate them on maintaining mental health and wellness, fostering healthy decision-making, and understanding pathways to substance misuse and addiction. The commissioner may consult with relevant advisory councils in developing this instruction.