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Project

Project AWARE

Center:

AK-Center for Human Development, UCEDD/LEND

Fiscal Year:

2015

Contact Information:

Lisa Cauble
[email protected]
907-264-6276

Project Description:

Youth Mental Health First Aid USA (YMHFA) is an 8 hour public education program, intended for adults, which introduces participants to the unique risk factors and warning signs of mental health problems in adolescents, builds understanding of the importance of early intervention, and teaches individuals how to help an adolescent in crisis or experiencing a mental health challenge. Mental Health First Aid uses role-playing and simulations to demonstrate how to assess a mental health crisis; select interventions and provide initial help and connect young people to professional, peer, social, and self-help care.

Keyword(s):

MHFA, YMHFA, Youth Mental Health First Aid

Core Function(s):

Continuing Education/Community Training

Area of Emphasis

Education & Early Intervention, Health-Related Activities

Target Audience:

Professionals and Para-Professionals, Family Members/Caregivers, General Public

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Geographic Areas, Rural/Remote

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

Mulit-County, State