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The Youth Mental Health First Response (YMHFR) program is an intensive, 8-hour training module designed to equip participants with essential skills for mental health crisis intervention, suicide prevention, and overall mental health support among youth.
YMHFR Objectives:
1. Raise Awareness: Increase understanding of mental health issues and the importance of mental health interventions among youth.
2. Provide Support: Equip participants with basic counseling skills, such as empathy, active listening, and summarizing, to support individuals in crisis effectively.
3. Facilitate Intervention: Teach participants the MHFR E.S.T.I.M.A.T.E.® methodology and practical intervention techniques to handle mental health crises and suicidal ideation.
4. Conduct Risk Assessments: Enable participants to conduct thorough suicide and risk assessments using the MHFR Suicide Assessment Form and other screening tools.
5. Develop Safety Plans: Guide participants in creating detailed and personalized safety plans that incorporate support systems, including the buddy system.
6. Ensure Compliance: Educate participants on legal requirements and guidelines, particularly Section 22 of the Mental Health Act of 2017 (RA 11036), for suicide prevention and intervention in educational settings.
7. Promote Ongoing Support: Encourage follow-up, monitoring, and continuous support for individuals at risk, leveraging both professional resources and peer support networks.
8. Establishing a Buddy System.
1. Raise Awareness: Increase understanding of mental health issues and the importance of mental health interventions among youth.
2. Provide Support: Equip participants with basic counseling skills, such as empathy, active listening, and summarizing, to support individuals in crisis effectively.
3. Facilitate Intervention: Teach participants the MHFR E.S.T.I.M.A.T.E.® methodology and practical intervention techniques to handle mental health crises and suicidal ideation.
4. Conduct Risk Assessments: Enable participants to conduct thorough suicide and risk assessments using the MHFR Suicide Assessment Form and other screening tools.
5. Develop Safety Plans: Guide participants in creating detailed and personalized safety plans that incorporate support systems, including the buddy system.
6. Ensure Compliance: Educate participants on legal requirements and guidelines, particularly Section 22 of the Mental Health Act of 2017 (RA 11036), for suicide prevention and intervention in educational settings.
7. Promote Ongoing Support: Encourage follow-up, monitoring, and continuous support for individuals at risk, leveraging both professional resources and peer support networks.
8. Establishing a Buddy System.
The Youth MHFR Buddy System is designed to support young individuals by pairing them with a peer buddy who has undergone Mental Health First Response (MHFR) training. This system fosters a supportive community where youth can share their experiences, challenges, and concerns in a safe and understanding environment. The buddy system aims to promote mental well-being, encourage open conversations about mental health, and provide immediate support when needed.
Through the Youth MHFR Buddy System, participants are trained to recognize signs of distress, offer initial support, and guide their peers toward professional help if necessary. The program emphasizes building trust, active listening, and empathy, ensuring every youth has someone to turn to in times of need. This initiative not only enhances the mental health resilience of the youth involved but also creates a network of informed and compassionate young individuals who can contribute to a healthier and more supportive community.
Through the Youth MHFR Buddy System, participants are trained to recognize signs of distress, offer initial support, and guide their peers toward professional help if necessary. The program emphasizes building trust, active listening, and empathy, ensuring every youth has someone to turn to in times of need. This initiative not only enhances the mental health resilience of the youth involved but also creates a network of informed and compassionate young individuals who can contribute to a healthier and more supportive community.
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The Youth Mental Health First Response (YMHFR) Module™ is a specialized training program developed by Mental Health First Response Global, designed to equip young people with the knowledge and skills to respond effectively to mental health crises among their peers. This module is tailored to address the unique mental health challenges faced by youth, providing them with practical tools to recognize signs of mental distress, initiate supportive conversations, and offer appropriate first-response interventions. As a product of MHFResponse Global, the YMHFR Module™ reflects a commitment to global mental health awareness and education, incorporating culturally sensitive practices and evidence-based strategies. The module empowers young individuals to take an active role in promoting mental health within their communities, fostering resilience, reducing stigma, and building a supportive network where mental well-being is prioritized. Through interactive training sessions, role-playing, and real-world scenarios, participants gain confidence in their ability to provide immediate support and guidance, making a tangible impact on the mental health landscape for youth worldwide. Contact US: YMHFR Trainer: [email protected] YMHFR Advisers: Dr. Art Tolentino and Armenia "Amy" Montaño, RPsy |
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