Name
#236 - Improving Mental Well-Being in Military-Connected Youth
Date & Time
Tuesday, February 13, 2024, 12:00 PM
Description
Many youths take pride in being part of a military-connected family. However, the source of their pride may involve unique circumstances and challenges that can impact their mental health. Mental health stands as a crucial issue on a national scale and ensuring the welfare of young people ranks as a foremost concern for the U.S. Surgeon General. This presentation will focus into the correlation between parental military service and the mental health of military-connected youth. It will also explore the various risks they face as well as available resources aimed at providing support for their overall well-being.
Location Name
Prince Georges Exhibit Hall A/B
Content Presented on Behalf of
USPHS/USSG/HHS
Learning Outcomes
Following this presentation, the participant will be able to: <br />
1.Raise awareness about the mental health of youth in military families.<br />
2.Identify risk and protective factors that exert influence on the mental health of youth<br />
3.Understand the importance of protecting the mental health of youth <br />
4.Describe and evaluate resources to support youth mental health in military families
1.Raise awareness about the mental health of youth in military families.<br />
2.Identify risk and protective factors that exert influence on the mental health of youth<br />
3.Understand the importance of protecting the mental health of youth <br />
4.Describe and evaluate resources to support youth mental health in military families
Session Type
Posters