Youth Mental Health First Aid

Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) teaches how to help adolescents (ages 12-18) who are experiencing a mental health or addiction challenge or are in crisis. This course is primarily designed for adults who regularly interact with young people. Learn about common mental health challenges for youth, review typical adolescent development, and understand the 5-step action plan to help youth in crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders (including AD/HD), and eating disorders. Participants will complete a 2-hour, self-paced online class, then participate in a 6-hour instructor-led in-person training.