Develop and deliver a seminar/workshop aimed at the teen or young adult audience on a specific health risk associated with the population. For this assignment, you will develop and deliver a 1015 minute seminar/workshop aimed at the teen or young adult audience on a specific health risk associated with the population. You will submit your presentation using the Panopto recording tool.
- If you predominantly work with a specific population and would like to present a relevant health risk seminar to that population, you must seek instructor approval in advance. Email your instructor through the Virtual Office.
Choose a health risk associated with adolescence. Some categories to consider may include:
Suicide
Pregnancy
Substance use and abuse
Motor vehicle crashes
Tobacco use
Sexually transmitted disease
Domestic violence
Mental health issues
Eating disorders
Nutrition and fitness
As the health care advocate, you will present the following to the target audience (adolescents or young adults)in 10-15 slides or screens:
An overview of the risk factor
Contributing factors
Prevalence of the health risk (meaningful data)
Explain your role with the issue as a health care practitioner/advocate
Ways to identify a problem and address the issue
Present an activity or project or exercise for the audience to engage in related to the topic
Help and support resources
In your research materials, incorporate 34 current sources with one containing the most current statistics.
Use age-appropriate creativity to ensure the message gets across to the selected audience. As you plan your seminar, consider:
How will you initiate a conversation (rather than give a lecture)?
How will you keep the attention and respect of this audience?
Full Answer Section
Slide 3: Prevalence of Mental Health Issues
- Present relevant statistics on mental health issues among the target age group (e.g., data from the World Health Organization, the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics).
Slide 4: Contributing Factors
- Discuss factors that contribute to mental health issues, such as stress, trauma, genetics, and social isolation.
Slide 5: The Role of Healthcare Providers
- Explain the role of healthcare providers in identifying, diagnosing, and treating mental health issues.
- Emphasize the importance of early intervention and prevention.
Slide 6: Identifying a Problem with Mental Health
- Provide signs and symptoms of common mental health issues that teenagers and young adults can look for in themselves or others.
Slide 7: Addressing Mental Health Issues
- Discuss treatment options, such as therapy, medication, and support groups.
- Emphasize the importance of seeking help and breaking the stigma associated with mental health issues.
Slide 8: Activity: Mental Health Check-In
- Conduct a brief exercise where participants reflect on their own mental health and identify any areas of concern.
Slide 9: Help and Support Resources
- List local and national resources for individuals struggling with mental health issues, such as counseling services, hotlines, and support groups.
Slide 10: Conclusion
- Summarize the key points of the presentation.
- Encourage the audience to prioritize their mental health and seek help if needed.
Presentation Tips:
- Use age-appropriate language and examples to engage the audience.
- Incorporate interactive elements, such as polls or group discussions, to keep the audience involved.
- Use visuals, such as infographics or videos, to enhance the presentation.
- Practice your presentation beforehand to ensure a smooth delivery.
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Sample Answer
Health Risk: Mental Health Issues
Target Audience: Teenagers and young adults
Presentation Outline:
Slide 1: Title Slide
- Title: Mental Health Matters: Understanding and Addressing Common Issues
- Presenter's Name
- Date
Slide 2: Overview of Mental Health Issues
- Definition of mental health
- Common mental health challenges among teens and young adults (e.g., depression, anxiety, stress, eating disorders)