In this episode, Ruth O’Connell and Antria Spyrido, MHPSS regional specialists from UNICEF, discuss the importance of developing psychological and psychosocial interventions tailored specifically for children and youth. They explain why adult-centered approaches are not appropriate to use with children and adolescents as they face their own unique challenges that require specialized support.
The episode highlights key examples of interventions, such as EASE, "I Support My Friends," and TeamUP, and touches on upcoming programs like BLOOM. Tune in to learn why youth involvement in the design and implementation of MHPSS interventions is essential and where you can find more resources on this important topic.