Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) teaches how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among children and adolescents ages 6 to18. YMHFA course content teaches how to identify common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD). Learners also understand how to interact with a child or adolescent in crisis and how to connect the youth with help through a 5-step action plan. This comprehensive training also includes expanded content on trauma, substance use, self-care, and the impact of social media and bullying.
Any adult interacting with youth (for example, teachers, parents, mental health professionals).
Available in all Rhode Island communities.
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