Youth Mental Health First Aid Infographic

Infographic published by Mental Health First Aid to support teachers, school staff, coaches, camp counselors, parents, youth group leaders, and adults who work with youth. to recognize, support, and respond to youth mental health and substance use challenges among ages 12-18. This infographic provides ways to learn how to respond with the Mental Health First Aid Action Plan (ALGEE: Assess for risk of suicide or harm; Listen nonjudgmentally; Give reassurance and information; Encourage appropriate professional response; Encourage self-help and other support strategies. This infographic also shares what mental health first aid covers including common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges in this age group, including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD); common signs and symptoms of substance use challenges; how to interact with a child or adolescent in crisis; how to connect with the youth with help; and how to expand content on trauma, substance use, self-care and the impact of social media and bullying.