ASK an Expert: Youth Mental Health First Aid

Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis.

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Full Transcript:
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Link to PowerPoint Presentation:
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SPEAKER BIOS:
Nancy Hunt has been an Education Program Consultant at the Iowa Department of Education for the past eleven years where she works in the areas of mental health and special education. Nancy is a certified Youth Mental Health First Aid instructor and is passionate about supporting youth's mental health and suicide prevention. She has a bachelor's degree in Psychology/Human Relations Education from the University of Iowa and a master's degree in Public Administration from Drake University. Nancy lives in Des Moines with her husband and enjoys spending time with her two granddaughters. Her favorite pastimes include reading, sand volleyball and swimming (mostly floating!).


Dr. Andrea Matheson is a school psychologist with experience practicing in schools and behavioral pediatric settings. In her 25 years at Heartland AEA, she has served as a school psychologist, assessment consultant, professional learning provider, and currently holds the position of an Agency-wide lead for Social Emotional Behavior Mental Health (SEBMH). Andrea is passionate about assisting schools to build multi-tiered systems of support focusing on SEBMH. She is a certified Youth Mental Health First Aid Instructor and holds a doctoral degree in School Psychology from Iowa State University. Andrea lives in Johnston with her two teens and enjoys supporting them in their activities.

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ASK Resource - (Access for Special Kids) Resource Center is a parent training, information, and advocacy center for families of children with special needs across the state of Iowa. ASK is a family-driven 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

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