Understanding and Supporting Youth Who Run Away
Empower Change: Supporting and Engaging Runaway Youth
equips professionals with the tools and knowledge needed to address one of society's most pressing challenges.
Course Overview
Definition of Running Away
Prevalence and Demographics
Risk Factors
Common Myths About Runaway Youth
Test Your Knowledge 1
Psychological Effects on Runaway Youth
Consequences of Running Away
Long-Term Effects
Coping Mechanisms and Behavioral Responses
Test Your Knowledge 2
Signs of Youth at Risk
Family Dynamics and Communication Issues
Red Flags in Social Contexts
Test Your Knowledge 3
Building Trust and Rapport
Crisis Intervention
Immediate and Long-Term Care
Supportive Services
Trauma-Informed Care
Test Your Knowledge 4
Family Involvement
Community Support Systems
Reintegration Strategies
Collaboration with Law Enforcement
Test Your Knowledge 5
Participants will be able to:
Gain insights into the psychological, social, and familial factors that lead to runaway behaviors.
Discover proven intervention techniques to connect with and support runaway youth.
Build meaningful engagement methods to empower these young individuals and guide them toward safety and stability.