Do you suspect your child or a youth you know may be struggling with mental health challenges? Attend this webinar to better understand the warning signs and how to support them.
The Hospital for Sick Children conducted a large study on over 1000 parents of children and youth between April and June 2020. Their survey focused on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and associated health measures on youths’ mental health. Their survey revealed that at least two thirds of youth experienced an increase in struggles with either depression, anxiety, attention, hyperactivity, obsessions/compulsions, or a combination of these symptoms. This webinar instructs parents and caregivers on how to identify warning signs of increasing mental health challenges. Particular attention will be paid to helping youth cope with the impact of COVID-19 health measures on their mental health. Parents and caregivers will also be equipped with resources including strategies they can impart to youth to help them cope through life’s challenges.
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About Dr. Kojo Mintah:
Dr. Kojo Mintah is a therapist working in private practice in the Ottawa area. He completed his Ph.D. in child clinical psychology at York University, and his residency at CBT Associates. Over the last five years, under supervised training, Dr. Mintah has studied neuropsychology and treated common mental health issues among children and adolescents. He has presented psychology research at over 15 national and international academic conferences, and published research in the Journal of Personality and Individual Differences, and the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. He has trained across multiple settings including hospital, private practice, and community settings. His goal is to use only current, evidence-based therapies to address youths’ needs.
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Please note: This session is for informational purposes only, does not constitute medical advice, and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Parents are advised to book a professional mental health assessment for their child or youth for a complete diagnosis and treatment plan.
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Video Conference Programs:
Allows you to enjoy real-time video chat with library staff and other registered participants. When joining, you have the option to connect with audio only, but it is encouraged to allow audio and video to get the most out of the program. Please note that you will be sent an email with the Zoom conference link prior to the start of the program. You will need this link to join the program. We ask that all participants conduct themselves respectfully as they would in-person.
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