Name of the Training: Understanding Emotional Difficulties in children and adolescents

Date: TBD
Duration – 90 mins

Course Objective: Understanding the issues, possible risk factors and co-morbid conditions with a focus on the importance of the referral system.

Agenda:

Brief –

Today, globally adolescents account for one fifth of the population i.e., 20%​ and in India it’s the largest population (21.4%). Their issues and problems are unique and therefore require early detection and sensitive handling.​ Anxiety, depression is on the rise. Anger and disruptive behaviour disturb school and home settings.​

Learning outcome: Concept, strategies and focussed solutions.

Who can attend: Students of psychology, school & College professionals, special educator, counsellors, psychologists and allied mental health professionals.

Objective –

1. To talk about rising issues around mental health for adolescents and children.
2. Introduction to specific emotional issues.

Solution – oriented intervention strategies.

Inside the session:

1. Understand the importance of emotional health for a holistic development.
2. Understand the signs and symptoms of healthy and unhealthy behaviour.
3. Defining of boundaries to help students aim for healthy coping.
4. Gain knowledge of specific assessment mechanisms.
5. Learn about simple intervention methods using case-based discussion and activity.

Key Takeaways:

1. Get a certificate.
2. Empower oneself on the rising emotional health problems.
3. Tips and strategies to deal with student issues.
4. Learn from experts and become better equipped.