Understanding the Needs of System Involved Youth Experiencing Depression

Marya Wright, MSW

Training Description

During this introductory training, participants will have an overview of depression as it relates to system involved youth. The training will provide a brief overview on the causes of depression and what possible symptoms are for youth. Participants will gain practical skills to identify, respond to, and support a system involved youth who is experiencing depression. By attending this training, participants will engage in a collaborative discussion regarding common services and support for parents and caregivers of youth who are experiencing depression. This training will support those who support system-involved youth with increasing their understanding of how depression shows up for a youth as it relates to their mood, physically, and cognitively. The material will be delivered by PowerPoint presentation, short video clips, group discussion, breakout (small group) discussions and participant workbook (handout).

Learning Objectives

• Trainees will be able to identify two systems and two…