CMSD OST YMHFA Training

1349 East 79th Street,Cleveland OH 44103

14 April, 2023

Description

8am - 1pm Blended In-Person Format Pre-work RequiredWHAT MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID COVERS • Common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges in this age group, including anxiety, depression, eating disorders and attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD). • Common signs and symptoms of substance use challenges. • How to interact with a child or adolescent in crisis. • How to connect the youth with help. • Expanded content on trauma, substance use, self-care and the impact of social media and bullying This one day workshop based on the Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) curriculum, an internationally recognized evidence-based program, is designed to provide skills to individuals who care for adolescents (ages 12-18) who may be experiencing mental health-related challenges. The training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a crisis.