Introduction
This course is a must for all professionals working with young people. It covers the issues associated with mental health and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

Course Aims
To give professionals an overview of the different mental health issues facing young people.

To explore the effects of ADHD and the impact it can have when working with young people.

Who Should Attend
The course is especially useful for frontline staff including: Connexions Personal Advisers, Youth Workers, Youth Offending Team Workers, Careers Specialist Staff, Teachers, Social Workers, Care Workers, Foster Carers, Youth Charity Workers and any other professional working with young people.

Course Content
The course covers the behaviour associated with mental health and ADHD whilst exploring both the effects and side effects of the various medications.

• Strategies for working with young people with ADHD/Mental health needs.
• What is mental health?
• ADHD-The facts.
• Understanding ADHD.
• Myths surrounding ADHD.
• Medication used to treat mental health.
• Safety implications when working with young people who have mental health needs.
• Setting boundaries.
• When to refer.
• How can I get help; useful organisations.

Course Duration
Two days.