Navigating Rough Waters: Understanding Children’s Mental Health

When

August 21, 2024
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
No Cost
Bookings closed

Event Type

Understanding Children’s Mental Health

Description

Although the pandemic may be receding, another wave is now washing over us: skyrocketing mental health concerns. But what is typical childhood behavior? When should I be concerned? And if a student does begin to experience a mental health issue, what can I do? In this interactive educator webinar, learn about signs and symptoms of mental health concerns in youth and 3 strategies for helping students who may be developing mental health issues. Presented in collaboration with Janet Pozmantier.

Objectives

After attending this workshop, participants will be able to:

  • Distinguish between typical childhood behavior and symptoms of a possible mental health concern
  • Identify signs and symptoms of mental health concerns in youth
  • Discuss strategies to seek help for a student who may need mental health support
  • Express confidence in their understanding of student mental health

Audience

Professionals working with children, including child-care workers, teachers, aides, counselors, social workers, and other school personnel.

Continuing Education

Texas educators can earn 1 hour of CPE credit and Texas LPC’s and Social Workers can earn 1 hour of CEU’s by participating in this workshop.

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