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Nutritional Influences on Adolescent Mental Health

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Leesa M. Robertson
1 hour

Adolescence Nutrition and its Impact on Mental Health explores the critical relationship between nutrition and mental health in adolescents. It delves into the nutritional needs during adolescence, the gut-brain connection, and how specific nutrients influence mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, and ADHD. The course also addresses barriers to healthy nutrition, strategies for promoting positive eating habits, and future directions in research and policy. By integrating nutritional strategies into daily life, individuals can enhance the well-being of adolescents and support their mental health during a pivotal stage of development.

This course will award 1 continuing education hour.

Please see the board approval box for course approvals.

Course Objectives

  1. Explain the relationship between nutrition and mental health in adolescents.
  2. Identify key nutrients essential for adolescent mental well-being and their dietary sources.
  3. Describe common mental health issues in adolescents and how nutrition can impact their management.
  4. Recognize barriers to healthy nutrition in adolescents and strategies to overcome them.
  5. Outline effective interventions for promoting healthy eating habits in adolescents.
  6. Discuss the gut-brain connection and its relevance to adolescent mental health.
  7. Evaluate current research trends and future directions in adolescent nutrition and mental health.

Course Author

Leesa M. Robertson, M.Ed., CAP, LMHC

Ms. Robertson, M.Ed., CAP, LMHC, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida and a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia. She is credentialed in alcohol and other drug counseling.

Beginning her career in the hospital setting, working in admissions, on the 24-hour unit, inpatient and IOP for both adults and adolescents, she went on to supervise a group of clinicians that went into medical-surgical hospitals to assess and place patients. She went into the outpatient setting, working with adults and families. Throughout her career, Ms. Robertson has focused on training and education through presenting live and authored coursework.

Board Approvals

National Approvals

  • Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) (ACE)
    BaysideCEU.com, #1793, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved as ACE providers. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. BaysideCEU.com maintains responsibility for this course. ACE provider approval period: 02/04/2024 – 02/04/2026.
  • The Association For Addiction Professionals NAADAC
    Provider #81892. BaysideCEU is responsible for all aspects of programming.
  • The National Board For Certified Counselors NBCC
    BaysideCEU has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP #6098. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. BaysideCEU is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

State Approvals

Information

  • Relevance: This course is intended for masters-level and certified professionals who work with adolescent clients who suffer from mental health illnesses.
  • Content Level: Intermediate
  • Course Format: This course is offered as a self-paced distance learning format (reading-based online activity)
  • System Requirements: This course is offered online. Internet connection required.
  • Course Completion Information: To earn continuing education credit, professionals must register and pay the fee for the course.  They must read the content and demonstrate understanding by earning a minimum score of 70 percent on testing materials.  The certificate of completion will be able to be downloaded after the above is completed. Refunds will be granted upon request with the withdrawal of credit for the course. For questions, concerns, or to request special accommodations, please call 866-863-4225 or email ContactUs@BaysideCEU.com.
  • CEBroker Course ID: 1293539
  • Credit Hours: 1
New!
Leesa M. Robertson
1 hour
This course is intended for masters-level and certified professionals who work with adolescent clients who suffer from mental health illnesses.