Youth Mental Health First Aid, Tuesday, June 4, 2024
‹ Back to Training ListDate: Tuesday, June 4, 2024
Time: 9AM-5PM
Location: *IN-PERSON at 334 Farmington Avenue, Plainville, CT
Spots fill up fast, so please register early.
*Please note that you will be required to complete 15 minutes of pre-work online (DUE May 30th, 2024). More details will be emailed to you.
Description
Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adolescents ages 12-18. You’ll build skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to young people who are struggling. You’ll also learn how to help connect them to appropriate support.
Learning Objectives
• Recognize common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, eating disorders and attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD).
• Recognize common signs and symptoms of substance use challenges.
• Understand how to interact with a young person in crisis.
• Know how to connect a young person with help.
• Better understand trauma, substance use, self-care and the impact of social media and bullying.