Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis.

Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily designed for adults who regularly interact with young people. 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. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders (including AD/HD), and eating disorders.

To learn more, download the Mental Health First Aid for Youth one-pager.

The course costs $25 per person, includes materials and breaktime refreshments. ***Please bring your own lunch.***

Registration is limited to 30 participants. Register by June 22nd to receive a certificate of completion.

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COURSE INSTRUCTOR

Marguerite (Marcie) Gibbons is the Hub Coordinator for the Anne Arundel County Mental Health Agency. With a background in clinical social work, higher education, and hospice care, she brings decades of experience supporting mental health and wellness across diverse settings. Marcie is also a National Trainer for Adult, Youth, and Teen Mental Health First Aid.

Read Marcie’s Bio

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