Identifying and Treating Young People with High-Risk Behaviors- Recognize how information regarding brain development of young people helps to explain the incidence of high-risk behaviors in this age group. Identify two techniques providers can use to encourage open communication with young people. Recognize one major factor that contributes to a high fatality rate from motor vehicle crashes involving young people. Describe three possible manifestations of violence in young people. Interpret when to refer a young person with suicidal behavior to a mental health professional. Identify one tool providers may use to screen young people for substance use. Identify the most common manifestation of unhealthy eating among youth. Apply guidelines regarding the release of confidential information to assure that correct procedures are followed for information-sharing among providers who treat young people.Specify two strategies parents or caregivers can use to communicate with their children as they grow up.
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