Young People and Their Mental Health

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Brief Introduction

What are the most common mental health problems, what can you do about them and how do you improve your mental health?

Course Summary

Learn how to support young people who are struggling with their mental health with this free online course from the University of Groningen. Gain insight into the importance of early intervention and learn practical skills to help young people improve their mental well-being.

Key Learning Points

  • Understand the importance of early intervention in supporting young people's mental health
  • Learn practical skills to help young people improve their mental well-being
  • Explore different approaches to supporting young people with mental health difficulties

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Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the importance of early intervention in supporting young people's mental health
  • Learn practical skills to help young people improve their mental well-being
  • Explore different approaches to supporting young people with mental health difficulties

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • No prior knowledge or experience is required
  • A desire to learn and support young people

Course Difficulty Level

Beginner

Course Format

  • Online
  • Self-paced

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  • Childhood Adversity: The Impact of Childhood Maltreatment on Mental Health
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Notable People in This Field

  • Surgeon General of California
  • Clinical Psychologist and Professor of Psychology

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Requirements

  • This course has been created for young people aged over 14 wanting to know more about mental health. It might also be of interest to parents, caregivers, teachers and medical professionals.

Knowledge

  • What is mental health?What are common mental health problems?What are the causes of mental health problems?What to do when you experience mental health problems.How to boost your own mental health.

Summary of User Reviews

Discover the importance of young people's mental health with this comprehensive course on FutureLearn. Users love the course for its engaging content and expert instructors, making it a top choice for those interested in learning about mental health.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Engaging content and expert instructors

Pros from User Reviews

  • In-depth coverage of mental health issues affecting young people
  • Interactive and engaging course materials
  • Expert instructors with real-world experience
  • Access to a supportive online community
  • Flexible learning schedule

Cons from User Reviews

  • Some users found the content to be too basic
  • A few technical issues with the online platform
  • Limited opportunity for interaction with instructors
  • Not suitable for those seeking clinical training
  • Some users found the course to be too time-consuming
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Maaike Meurs, Tineke Oldehinkel
University of Groningen, University of Cambridge & University Medical Center Groningen (UMCG)
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