Contents
About Youth MHFA
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Foreword
Background, development, and evidence
Glossary
Why Youth MHFA matters The Youth MHFAider role
Understanding youth mental health in England
Adolescent development
The Mental Health Continuum
Factors that influence mental health in young people
Stress
Mental health stigma and discrimination
Young people’s recovery
The Youth MHFA action plan
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The five actions: ALGEE
Action 1: Approach the young person, assess, and assist with any crisis Action 2: Listen and communicate non-judgementally
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Action 3: Give support and information
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