by LCRB.
“Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) training is truly for
everyone,” said Cuivre Park Elementary Counselor Jennifer Lescher.
“Anyone who works with our county’s youth should pursue the
knowledge and experiences the YMHFA training has to offer. Kristi
and I are passionate about sharing this information and hope to reach
beyond the educators in our district."
Similar to traditional First Aid, YMHFA is designed to provide help to
persons suffering from a mental health condition or experiencing a crisis
until professional treatment is secured or the crisis is resolved. First aid
participants explore the most common mental health issues affecting
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adolescents—including anxiety, depression, psychosis, eating
disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder,
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disruptive behavior disorders and substance abuse
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disorders. They also learn a five-step action plan to
respond to youth exhibiting symptoms of mental
illness or an emotional crisis.
"When youth are in crisis, they often turn to the
adult with whom they have the most trust,” said New
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Horizons High School Counselor Kristi Gregory.
“If that person lacks the knowledge or confidence
to properly respond, they can unintentionally
cause more harm than good. YMHFA participants
are empowered to help youth through the crisis at hand
and direct them to other appropriate help if needed. It is an
engaging, interactive training that is beneficial regardless of your role in
a young person's life."
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FIVE-STEP YOUTH MENTAL
HEALTH FIRST AID ACTION PLAN:
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A: Assess for risk
L: Listen nonjudgmentally
G: Give reassurance & info
E: Encourage appropriate
professional help
E: Encourage self-help &
other support strategies
To learn more about free, local mental health programs and services visit the LCRB’s website
www.lincolncountykids.org. If you or someone you know is in crisis, contact the 24-hour
Behavioral Health Response hotline 314-469-6644 or 1-800-811-4760.
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