Youth forensic services are specialist AOD services for young people with mental health disorders, AOD problems and/or intellectual disabilities (under the Intellectual Disability (Compulsory Care and Rehabilitation) Act 2003 (IDCC&R Act)
This resource outlines treatment recommendations for youth with co-existing (mental health and substance use) problems (or CEP), and guides clinicians working with youth with CEP. It's written for primary care and specialist mental health and AOD services.
Foundations in ICAMH course provides foundational learning in infant, child and youth mental health and working with whānau. It aims to upskill workers in screening and brief intervention work with young people with AOD issues.
Session themes: 1) Introducing ambivalence, 2) A motivational approach, 3) Know your righting reflex, 4) Practice