What will you learn?

In this training program, participants will gain a deeper understanding of child and adolescent mental health issues, including how to identify and address them using evidence-based screening tools. You will:

• Understand the CAMHI network, resources, and recommended mental health screening instruments.
• Learn to recognize symptoms, understand the impact, and utilize appropriate screening tools for anxiety and depression.
• Understand and screen for conditions such as autism spectrum disorders and other neurodevelopmental issues.
• Identify and manage attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, and conduct disorder.
• Recognize and address various eating disorders prevalent among children and adolescents.
• Equip yourself with the tools to identify and manage substance use disorders among adolescents.
• Learn to assess and manage the risk of harm, including post-traumatic stress disorder, self-harm, and aggression.

What is the training program content?

1. Introduction to CAMHI, Screening Tools, Statistics, and Communication Skills

• Overview of CAMHI and its resources.
• Introduction to psychometric properties of screening instruments.
• Effective communication strategies with children, adolescents, and caregivers.

2. Screening for Anxiety & Depression

• Symptoms and prevalence of anxiety and depression.
• Use of the Revised Children's Anxiety and Depression Scale (RCADS-25).
• Case studies and role-playing exercises.

3. Screening for Neurodevelopmental Disorders  

• Identification and management of autism spectrum disorders and other neurodevelopmental issues.

4. Screening for ADHD, ODD, & Conduct Disorder

• Differentiating between attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, and conduct disorder.
• Utilizing appropriate screening tools.

5. Screening for Eating Disorders

• Recognizing signs and symptoms of eating disorders.
• Implementing effective screening techniques.

6. Screening for Substance Use Disorders

• Addressing substance use among adolescents.
• Tools and strategies for effective screening.

7. Risk of Harm & Screening for PTSD, Self-Harm, & Aggression

• Assessing and managing the risk of harm.
• Screening for PTSD, self-harm, and aggression.