Mental Health Basics
Live & Recorded Course
Addressing Suicidal Thoughts and Plans
Hearing a young person having suicidal thoughts and plans can be alarming. But being prepared ahead of time will give you more confidence and courage to address suicidal ideation, warning...
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Live & Recorded Course
Youth, Social Media, and Body Image
Body image concerns can start as young as early elementary school for some individuals and body dissatisfaction peaks during adolescence.
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Interview Style Course
Understanding Mental Health First Aid
One in five youth between the ages of 13 to 18 have, or will develop, a serious mental illness per the National Institute of Mental Health. Any adult who works...
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Youth Worker Toolkit
Six things To Know About Depression
Depression can affect many of the young people you support, impacting their emotions, thoughts, and daily activities. It can often go unnoticed, as many young people may hide their feelings...
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Youth Worker Toolkit
Six Things To Know About Anxiety
Anxiety can appear differently in young people, often showing up as worry, restlessness, difficulty concentrating, or physical symptoms like a fast heartbeat, sweating, or stomach discomfort. It’s important for you...
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Blended Interactive Course
Regulating Stress to Revitalize Mental Health
Stress is a part of life and can even help improve mental health. No matter what type of youth work you do, you’re likely to face stress often.
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Quick Takes Blog
Fostering Emotional Intelligence in Young People
Emotional intelligence is the ability to understand and manage emotions in a healthy way. It helps young people build strong relationships, make wise choices, and handle life’s challenges. As a...
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Quick Takes Blog
Media Fatigue and Staying Balanced for Yourself and Young People
Media fatigue is becoming common in the youth work field. It’s important to stay informed but constant media exposure can cause burnout. For youth workers, this exhaustion affects both personal...
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Quick Takes Blog
Body Image and Identity: Shaping Confidence in Young People
Body image plays a critical role in young people’s mental and emotional well-being. Social media portrayals of unrealistic beauty standards abound. As a result, many young people struggle with self-esteem...
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Why Mental Health Training for Youth Workers is Essential
A significant challenge most communities are facing across the country is a lack of adequate mental health resources and community-based support for young people. At YIPA, we offer a variety of options in mental health training for youth workers to increase your knowledge, skills, and confidence for supporting young people in your community.
Comprehensive Courses for Youth Workers
Our youth worker mental health training online includes information that is beneficial to both the beginner and seasoned youth workers. Our trainings are designed to be concise and value packed because we know you’re busy. ... Read more