Food and Your Mood-The Role of Nutrition in Positive Outcomes for System Involved Youth

Nicole Kelly, Psy.D. & Kwonta Phatiphong

Training Description

The role of nutrition in one’s wellness has been getting increased attention in recent years. The foods we eat impact not only our physical health but also our mental health. This training will provide an overview of how food impacts one’s mental health so social service providers, foster parents and natural supports are more equipped to have conversations with system-involved youth about their nutrition.

Learning Objectives

· Participants will be able to identify at least 1 way food impacts system-involved youth depression.

· Participants will be able to identify at least 1 way food impacts system-involved youth anxiety.