Child and Youth Mental Health: Identification and Support Strategies

CAN-eng

$0

free

Unaccredited

15 min

Mental Health,Paediatrics

0 Credits

Course Description

Approximately 1 in 5 children and youth in Ontario has a mental health challenge and 70% of mental health challenges have their onset in childhood or youth. Early identification and intervention are crucial to improve educational performance and long-term health outcomes. There is a significant need for services that immediately connect children and youth to a professional therapist. This program will provide participants with key information about tools and resources to identify and support children and youth (up to their 18th birthday) with mental health concerns.


This program has received an unrestricted educational grant or in-kind support from Strides Toronto.

Course Details

Expiry Date: 2025-09-16
Professions: Physician,Nursing,Pharmacy,Allied Health,Medical Resident,Student

Faculty

  • Javed Alloo, MD, CCFP
  • Christine Palmay, MD, CCFP, FCFP
  • Sol Stern, MD, MCFP
  • Yvonne Bergmans, PhD, MSW, RSW

Accreditation

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this continuing education program, participants will be better able to:

  • Cite the prevalence and burden of mental health concerns in children and youth in Ontario.
  • Describe appropriate tools and resources to identify children and youth living with mental health concerns.
  • Employ strategies to discuss and recommend follow-up support resources.