Webinars: Anxiety and Stigma

Free webinar courses. See below.

Kathy

Kathy Wilson-Fey  

Mental Health & Wellness Manager/Coordinator (she/her)

503-431-4038  |  kwilson-fey@ttsd.k12.or.us

Mental Health Blog  |  Mental Health Resources Webpage

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From: Deconstructing Stigma <email@mclean.org>
Date: Fri, Jan 19, 2024 at 9:17 AM
Subject: Anxiety in Kids & Teens Course Announcement, Supporting Student Wellness, Pakistan Mental Health Conference, and More!
To: <kwilson-fey@ttsd.k12.or.us>

Monthly Update: January 2024 Free Course Announcement: Anxiety and OCD in Kids and Teens Parents, educators, coaches, and health care professionals all have equally important roles in helping young people conquer anxiety, OCD, and related disorders. Join us on Thursday, March 21, as we delve into the realities of these conditions in children and teenagers, explore the crucial role that adults play in supporting young individuals, examine effective methods of recognizing and diagnosing various conditions affecting this population, and finally, discuss what effective, modern treatment looks like for those who require it. University of Saint Joseph Partners With Deconstructing Stigma To Promote Student Wellness McLean Hospital’s new portable Deconstructing Stigma exhibit, which highlights participants from the hospital’s award-winning, anti-stigma campaign, recently served as a backdrop for the University of Saint Joseph’s The Reason We Speak event. This campaign provided an opportunity for Saint Joseph’s students to see real people and stories behind mental health conditions. Such exposure may encourage students to open up about their own experiences with mental health challenges and seek help when they need it. Everything You Need To Know About Child & Teen Mental Health According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, one in five kids and teens live with a mental health condition, such as depression, anxiety, or an eating disorder. Behavior that was once seen as kids being kids—like teens being rebellious or children misbehaving at home or school—may be due to the onset of mental health conditions in young people. Thankfully, child and adolescent mental health has finally started to get the attention it deserves. Let’s face it, the earlier these conditions are acknowledged, the greater the impact providers, parents, and peers can have on a young person’s well-being. McLean Hosts Pakistani Officials for Two-Day Mental Health Education Conference McLean Hospital recently welcomed a delegation of government officials from Pakistan who visited the hospital’s Belmont campus to learn more about mental health and to begin identifying opportunities to improve mental health within urban, suburban, and rural communities in Pakistan. The conference included livestreamed presentations to help McLean’s Education Outreach team understand Pakistan’s cultural, political, socioeconomic, and public health landscape. The group also engaged in a roundtable discussion to plan next steps, including collaborations on culturally sensitive education content, stigma reduction campaigns, and future conferences to encourage the exchange of ideas. Improving Lives, Together! Donations to McLean Hospital help support compassionate clinical care for a broad array of psychiatric diagnoses, cutting-edge research into new treatments and potential cures, world-class training for the next generation of clinicians and researchers, and public awareness aimed at eliminating the stigma of mental illness. Your gift can help meet the hospital’s most pressing needs and urgent priorities. mcleanhospital.org | 617.855.2000 McLean Hospital | 115 Mill Street | Belmont, MA 02478 Preferences | Unsubscribe

McLean webinars: Mental Health Disorders in Teens, Panic Attacks, Anxiety

 

​Passing along more information from McLean, a webinar-on-demand called Mental Health Disorders in Teens and their newsletter with other offerings on Recognizing Panic Attacks​ and​ Fear vs. Anxiety​.​ 

I find these McLean webinars to be conversational and informative--good for both parents/guardians and staff.​

Kathy

Kathy Wilson-Fey MS  

Mental Health & Wellness Coordinator (she/her)

kwilson-fey@ttsd.k12.or.us  |  503-431-4038

Past Resource Emails from Kathy  |  Mental Health Resources Webpage

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Our session with Dr. Perihan Esra Guvenek-Cokol​,​ ​M​ental ​H​ealth ​D​isorders in ​T​eens is now available at the link below for you to watch on demand.

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Monthly Update: May 2023 Panic Attacks: Recognizing One and What To Do People often joke that they are suffering from a “panic attack” without actually knowing what a panic attack is. Such talk only contributes to the stigma that surrounds panic disorder and around those who experience panic attacks. Knowing what to do when someone is experiencing a panic attack can have a major impact on them. Learn the signs and symptoms of panic attacks, how to respond if you or someone you know is having a panic attack, and how to overcome the stigma associated with panic attacks/panic disorder. Upcoming Webinar: Is It Fear, Anxiety, or Panic? Our brains are wired to leverage fear in response to perceived threats, and anxiety in response to threats that may or may not happen. But when fear grows too intense, it can lead to panic attacks. And when anxiety goes unchecked, it can impair our ability to function. Join us on Tuesday, May 30, as Nathaniel Van Kirk, PhD, breaks down both the helpful and unhealthy ways we respond to perceived and imagined threats, and offers tips for recognizing different fear and anxiety responses and knowing when to seek help. Dr. Van Kirk will also answer questions about panic and anxiety disorders and how they’re treated. How To Set Up Your Kids for Success: Focus on Their Mental Health Did you know that 50% of all lifetime cases of mental illness begin by age 14? Studies have shown that early diagnoses and interventions improve immediate outcomes. They also improve lifelong prospects for individuals with a range of mental health conditions. Learn why identifying potential mental health challenges in kids is important, some common treatment approaches for children and teens, and when to seek care from a mental health professional. Video: When Parting With Possessions Becomes Problematic Most everyone knows what it’s like to struggle with getting rid of one thing or another. It can be hard for any of us to part with an old photo album or perhaps a favorite sweater or book. In this previously recorded presentation, Jeff Szymanski, PhD, explains what hoarding disorder is and how it’s treated, offers tips for supporting someone living with hoarding disorder, and answers audience questions about clutter and the key distinctions between collecting and hoarding. May is Mental Health Awareness Month Mental Health Awareness Month, celebrated each year in May, highlights the importance of discussing behavioral and mental health openly and honestly. We are honored to be part of a movement to shift the conversation about behavioral and mental health from stigma to solutions. Please join other caring individuals and make a tax-deductible gift today to support McLean’s many efforts across our mission. mcleanhospital.org | 617.855.2000 McLean Hospital | 115 Mill Street | Belmont, MA 02478 Preferences | Unsubscribe