Everyone feels a little low sometimes. But, most of the time, you find a way to get back into a good headspace. For people with mental health issues, resetting often feels impossible, though. And children and young people who experience poor mental health can find it even harder to deal with.

When you work with children and young people, recognizing mental health issues and responding correctly is part of safeguarding. But how do you know if a child or young person might be having more than just a bad day, and what do you need to do?

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:

• List factors that may increase the risk of mental health problems in children and young adults
• List signs that may indicate a change in mental health in children and young adults
• Respond appropriately to mental health problems in children and young adults

Why take this course?

If you work with children and young adults, you’re in an ideal position to spot potential problems. This course examines mental health issues in children and young adults, and how they link to your safeguarding responsibilities. It’ll look at the risk factors and signs that a young person may be experiencing mental health issues. And, by using the guidance in the course, you’ll be able to react and respond appropriately.

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