Mental Health First Aid for Youth

by Audra Weisberg on May 08, 2024

Sterling UMC is hosting an in-person training on June 1 from 9am - 4pm. Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among children and adolescents ages 12-18. You will learn about the common signs and symptoms of mental health challenges in
this age group, including anxiety, depression, eating disorders and attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD). The class will cover:

Common signs and symptoms of substance use challenges.
How to interact with a child or adolescent in crisis.
How to connect the youth with help.
Expanded content on trauma, substance use, self-care and
the impact of social media and bullying.

For more information, click here.

Cost is $20 and lunch is provided.

About the Author

Audra Weisberg

Audra has been a member of Arcola Church since 2017 and the Chair of Youth Ministry since Fall of 2022. She grew up in the Methodist Church in her hometown of Wilson, NC and has fond memories of her time in youth group and the impact it had on her life. After earning her Bachelor’s degree from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington she worked in sales and marketing prior to staying home with her three daughters. Audra, her husband Brad, and three girls, Anna, Lilah and Michaela, live in Willowsford. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, attending Bible Study, playing the piano and is always up for a new adventure.