Some youth have behaviors that are designed to push people away or, at the very least, test your limits. From violence, suicidal behaviors, self-harm, destruction of property, substance use, theft, and sexual acting out, learn how to stay in a place of empathy while holding your boundaries. Emily Aihara has experience working with youth in Juvenile Hall and providing emergency psychiatric assessments to youth in the community. While no one has seen it all, she’s seen a lot and wants to engage you in a conversation about helping our youth with the most extreme presentations.
