Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis.

The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations.

The Mental Health First Aid Action Plan

1. Assess for risk of suicide or harm
2. Listen nonjudgmentally
3. Give reassurance and Information
4. Encourage appropriate professional help
5. Encourage self-help and other support strategies