Understanding the mental health and emotional well-being - Foster carer courses

The aim of this course is to enhance participants' knowledge, skills, and relationships in the context of effective direct work and communication with children. It also focuses on understanding child development and recognizing signs of abuse and neglect.

By the end of the day, participants will:

• Understand the Fight, Flight, and Freeze response in the brain and its connection to developmental trauma.
• Gain insight into the teenage brain.
• Recognize how trauma manifests itself in children.
• Differentiate between mental health and psychological distress.
• Learn when to refer to mental health services.
• Understand the timing and various types of interventions.
• Have the opportunity to ask questions related to attachment, trauma, mental health, and therapy.
• Receive an introduction to the Dimensions tool and understand its application in a social care setting.

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