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    Mental Health First Aid

    Mental Health First Aid

    TP5 - Evaluating the Impact of Mental Health First Aid on Youth Athlete Development and Wellbeing

    Tuesday, May 6, 2025
    12:30 PM – 1:00 PM ET
    Location: Hall BCD
    In this session, attendees will explore the increasing mental health challenges facing youth athletes and the vital role that sports professionals play in supporting their well-being. Participants will learn about the Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) curriculum, tailored to address sport-specific scenarios, and its effectiveness in enhancing mental health literacy and self-efficacy among individuals working with youth athletes. By the end of the session, attendees will gain valuable insights into how evidence-based mental health programming can positively impact youth development within the unique culture of sports.

    Learning Objectives:

    • Identify key mental health challenges faced by youth athletes and explain how participation in sports culture influences their mental well-being.
    • Recognize the important roles of individuals working with youth athletes in promoting mental health and emotional resilience.
    • Evaluate the effectiveness of the sport-specific Youth Mental Health First Aid curriculum by comparing pre- and post-course improvements in participants' mental health literacy and self-efficacy.