CLARK COUNTY
CHILDREN'S MENTAL HEALTH
CONSORTIUM
DAY 1
Monday, May 1st- Find out how Southern Nevada can improve the lives of children with presentations from children's mental health experts. Download the full agenda here!
In-person: Legal Aide Center of Southern Nevada (725 E. Charleston Blvd Las Vegas, Nevada 89104)
Space is limited to 50 in-person participants
Virtual: Stay tuned for the Zoom information!
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DAY 2
Tuesday, May 2nd- Youth Mental Health First Aid- this training is free, but space is limited
*** To Register for this day - Email Rebecca Cruz-Nanez [Subject: Registration Inquiry for YMHFA] by April 25th ***
LEARN HOW TO SUPPORT THE YOUNG
PEOPLE IN YOUR LIFE
Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adolescents ages 12-18. You’ll build skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to young people who are struggling. You’ll also learn how to help connect them to appropriate support.
AFTER THE COURSE, YOU’LL BE ABLE TO:
• Recognize common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD).
• Recognize common signs and symptoms of substance use challenges.
• Understand how to interact with a young person in crisis.
• Know how to connect a young person with help.
• Better understand trauma, substance use, self-care, and the impact of social media and bullying.
