Newsletter of National Institute of Mental Health

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This newsletter of the National Institute of Mental Health has some good stuff, like factsheets and infographics for students and families in English and Spanish on:

• Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
• Depression
• Autism
• Stress, and many many more

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. Community Outreach Discover NIMH is a newsletter from the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) to help community advocates and health professionals raise awareness about mental disorders and the importance of mental health research. Find free education and outreach materials in this newsletter and our Get Involved web section to share with your community. We encourage you to use the hashtag #shareNIMH to connect with people and organizations with similar goals.  NEWS AND EVENTS December 1 is World AIDS Day World AIDS Day brings together organizations and individuals to help end HIV and remember those lost to AIDS-related illnesses. The theme for World AIDS Day 2022 is “Putting Ourselves to the Test: Achieving Equity to End HIV.” This year's focus encourages people to unite globally to eliminate the disparities and inequities that create barriers to HIV testing, prevention, and access to HIV care. Resources: HIV/AIDS and Mental Health  Help for Mental Illnesses (Disponible en español) Chronic Illness and Mental Health: Recognizing and Treating Depression (Disponible en español) Director's message: Addressing HIV-related Intersectional Stigma and Discrimination For researchers: Stigma and Discrimination Research Toolkit Suggested social media message:  HIV stigma and discrimination affect the emotional well-being and mental health of people with HIV. This #WorldAIDSDay, help end stigma to improve the lives of people with HIV. Learn more at nimh.nih.gov/HIV-AIDS.  FEATURED RESOURCES Seasonal Affective Disorder  While many people feel less happy at times during cold, gloomy days during the winter, these “winter blues” are usually temporary. In contrast, some people may start to feel consistently “down” when the days get shorter in the fall and winter. This could be a sign of a type of depression called seasonal affective disorder (SAD). To learn more, watch and share this livestream event on SAD.   Share this infographic to help guide others on when to seek professional help. Looking at My Genes: What Can They Tell Me About My Mental Health? Thanksgiving is often a time spent gathering with family. Your family health history may be one of your best clues for determining your risk of developing a mental disorder and many other common illnesses. This Thanksgiving, take the opportunity to talk to blood relatives to help you determine whether you are at a higher risk for certain disorders.  Download the Fact Sheet FEATURED SPANISH-LANGUAGE RESOURCES NIMH offers Spanish-language digital shareables and information on various mental disorders and related topics for patients and their families, health professionals, and the public.  Order Spanish Brochures Consejos sobre cómo hablar con su proveedor de atención médica sobre su salud mental Esta hoja informativa brinda cinco consejos para ayudarlo a prepararse y guiarlo sobre cómo hablar con su médico u otro proveedor de atención médica sobre su salud mental y así aprovechar al máximo su visita. This fact sheet provides five tips to help prepare and guide you on talking to a health care provider about your mental health and getting the most out of your visit. Cómo ayudar a los niños y adolescentes a superar los acontecimientos catastróficos y otras experiencias traumáticas Esta hoja informativa presenta información sobre cómo los niños y adolescentes responden a los acontecimientos traumáticos y qué pueden hacer la familia, los amigos y los adultos de confianza para ayudarles. This fact sheet presents information on how children and adolescents respond to traumatic events and what family, friends, and trusted adults can do to help. ¡Estoy tan estresado! hoja informativa Esta hoja informativa está dirigida a adolescentes y adultos jóvenes y presenta información sobre el estrés y la ansiedad, además de consejos para sobrellevar estos sentimientos cuando se sientan abrumados. This fact sheet is intended for teens and young adults and presents information about stress, anxiety, and ways to cope when feeling overwhelmed. ANNOUNCEMENTS Media Advisory: NIH’s Climate and Health Initiative Tackles Global Health Effects Associated With a Climate change Research Highlight: NIMH Turns Challenges into Opportunities December 8: Director’s Innovation Speaker Series: Transformative Research Requires Insider Researchers December 15: Information Session: NIMH Intramural Research Program Training Opportunities Learn More Clinical Trial Opportunities Science News Mental Health Information Pass it on! Do you know someone who is interested in raising awareness about mental health? Please forward this email and encourage them to subscribe to Discover NIMH!

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Trainings sponsored by our NW Regional ESD Inbox

Passing along a list of professional development offerings from the NW Reg ESD. I think they are all free.

Find all the information at this website: PDNetwork Events - Northwest Regional ESD

Workshop Name	Department	Location	Curricular Group	Start
Administrator Session: LGBTQ2SIA+ Equity Educator Learning Collaborative	NWRESD - Instructional Services	Virtual		Jan 19th, 2023	View
ASIST Suicide Prevention Training	NWRESD - School Safety and Prevention	Washington Service Center		Jan 19th, 2023	View
Calming Spaces and Places	NWRESD - Social, Emotional and Mental Health	Virtual		Jan 24th, 2023	View
District and School Attendance Policies	NWRESD - Attendance Services	Virtual		Mar 15th, 2023	View
Educator Session: LGBTQ2SIA+ Equity Educator Learning Collaborative	NWRESD - Instructional Services	Virtual		Jan 19th, 2023	View
Effective Morning Meetings Review	NWRESD - Social, Emotional and Mental Health	Virtual		Jan 11th, 2023	View
Engaging Caregivers During Attendance Concerns	NWRESD - Attendance Services	Virtual		Jan 4th, 2023	View
Engaging Caregivers During Attendance Concerns	NWRESD - Attendance Services	Virtual		Jan 20th, 2023	View
Engaging Caregivers During Attendance Concerns	NWRESD - Attendance Services	Virtual		May 15th, 2023	View
How to Stay Well in Holiday Seasons with Bailey	NWRESD - Social, Emotional and Mental Health	Virtual		Nov 28th, 2022	View
LGBTQ2SIA+ Equity Administrator Community Conversation	NWRESD - Instructional Services	Virtual		Feb 7th, 2023	View
LGBTQ2SIA+ Equity Administrator Community Conversation	NWRESD - Instructional Services	Virtual		Mar 21st, 2023	View
LGBTQ2SIA+ Equity Educator Community Conversation	NWRESD - Instructional Services	Virtual		Feb 7th, 2023	View
LGBTQ2SIA+ Equity Educator Community Conversation	NWRESD - Instructional Services	Virtual		Mar 21st, 2023	View
Looking Ahead to Next Year: Attendance Team Planning	NWRESD - Attendance Services	Virtual		Jun 2nd, 2023	View
Looking Ahead to Next Year: Attendance Team Planning	NWRESD - Attendance Services	Virtual		Jun 5th, 2023	View
Motivational Interviewing Techniques for Improved Attendance	NWRESD - Attendance Services	Virtual		Dec 12th, 2022	View
Motivational Interviewing Techniques for Improved Attendance	NWRESD - Attendance Services	Virtual		Feb 10th, 2023	View
Motivational Interviewing Techniques for Improved Attendance	NWRESD - Attendance Services	Virtual		May 24th, 2023	View
MTSS Approach to School Attendance