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Advancing Health Equity - Lifting up Youth Voice Calling all youth in 6th to 12th grade! Your voice matters in shaping mental health support. The Shelby County Youth & Family Resource Center wants YOUR input on mental health counseling to enhance the support they offer. Your participation can make a real difference in how they help young people. Let's make an impact together! Person-centered care practices such as engaging and listening to the people you serve and inviting them to be partners in their own care reduce health disparities and drive better health outcomes overall. Share this survey with the young minds you know. The more voices heard, the better we can tailor our support and create a brighter, healthier future for our youth. Survey link: https://lnkd.in/eHJZExj3

When it comes to seeking mental health services, black children and teens are more likely to receive it in schools than in outpatient programs. The main problem however is that schools in predominately black neighborhoods are less likely to have mental health services available in comparison to schools in predominately white neighborhoods. Here at Access Psychology Foundation, we are committed to increasing equitable access to mental health treatment and training for people of color and underserved communities. Learn more about how we are closing the gaps in access to mental health care by visiting us online at www.access-psychology.org/. #accesspsychologyfoundation #mentalhealth #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthtreatment #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #youthmentalhealth #mentalhealthforall

A lot of people don’t realize the impact of race-related stress on racial and ethnic communities. Or they aren’t thinking about some of the obstacles for people to access quality health services, including mental health treatment. Because of cultural norms. A lot of people learn to keep their problems to themselves, or not to share issues in the family with other people. In some communities, there’s a stigma that if you have a mental health issue, you’re ‘crazy.’ That’s something that we often hear, and, unfortunately, that’s something that has carried over through generations. National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month is observed each July to bring awareness to the unique struggles that racial and ethnic minority communities face regarding mental illness in the United States. We need to continue to advocate for culturally competent educators/ providers and healthcare systems to purposefully care for students/ patients to find ways to meet their social, cultural and linguistic needs. #foodforthought #mentalhealth #minoritymentalhealthmonth

Here’s my local struggle… I’ve had more than one parent recently tell me that when they asked someone at their child’s school for a recommendation within our community to address their child’s mental health struggles, the school personnel did not have any suggestions. *If you work with children, you must have a network of suggestions for organizations who support youth mental health. *Educate yourself on the local providers. *Youth mental health is a collective responsibility. Navigating the behavioral/mental health system is so challenging, and when a parent finally asks another adult for a recommendation or guidance, the problem is probably pretty big. Please know your community health organizations, refer parents to NAMI, tell them to ask their child’s pediatrician, let them know that you will find out and get back to them. The following Florida-based private psychology practices provide youth mental health support (individual therapy, group therapy, and parent coaching): Herrera Psychology https://lnkd.in/d2q83pUJ https://lnkd.in/eSf-Qi9i www.childtherapysrq.com www.funpsy.com The following are Sarasota County nonprofit organizations who specialize in children and youth mental health: JFCS of the Suncoast SAMARITAN COUNSELING SERVICES OF THE GULF COAST INC Lightshare Behavioral Wellness & Recovery (First Step) I also know that these same businesses/organizations will provide other resources and referrals if they are not a good fit for the family. So, even if you remembered one organization you could provide the starting point for a parent who is struggling to find support for their child. If you are an educator or work in education and have other suggestions for sharing resources with families, I am open to ideas on how to help parents navigate the mental health system.

The aftermath of COVID has brought unique challenges to Mental Health Community Centers. Join Drs. Carla Hammond MD FAPA FASAM and Mayenha Guerrier MD, MS, MM for an insightful discussion exploring three resource papers outlining approaches to mental health challenges, bench therapy, and the benefits of environmental change in restoring the mental health of students, workers, and families. #BPASpringConference2024 #CommunityHealth #COVIDRecovery

Empowering Vulnerable Young Adults Through Our Greatest Asset - Our Staff Vulnerable young adults face immense challenges on their journey to independence. Trauma, learning differences, mental health struggles, and other adversities make the transition to adulthood incredibly difficult. Without proper support, these young people can feel isolated and hopeless about the future. At Living Waters, our staff are the catalysts who empower meaningful change in the lives of vulnerable young adults. Their expertise, compassion, and commitment enable them to nurture confidence, resilience, and self-reliance. We firmly believe that empowering our staff empowers the young people we serve. That’s why we invest heavily in continuous skills training, professional development, and personal growth opportunities. This equips our team with the knowledge and abilities to foster excellence in care. When our staff thrive, the young adults thrive. If you’re passionate about creating positive change for vulnerable young people, join our team. At Living Waters, you’ll make a real difference in young lives while continually growing as a professional. Become a mentor and role model, empowering youth to gain the confidence and skills to craft their own bright futures. #localauthority #supportservices #TraumaRecovery #resilience #socialservices #SupportedLiving #IndependenceJourney #socialcare #communitysupport #mentalhealthmatters #SocialWork #HealthAndSocialCare #YouthSupportServices #CrisisCare #CareCommissioning

If you’re working with very young children and their parents, you’ve come to the right place. The California Association for Infant Mental Health (CalAIMH) advocates for the needs of all children ages pre-natal to five in the state of California. We are transdisciplinary in our approach; we welcome everyone, from any field or profession, who wishes to be informed about infant mental health. Together we will ensure relational health for all young children in California. Watch for updates about the upcoming October conference in Ontario, California. Follow the hashtag #calaimh2023 on social media. #infantmentalhealth #infantmentalhealthmatters #healthcareprofessionals #californiahealthcare

🧠 A 2023 report by Representative for Children and Youth (RCY) in conjunction with the Children’s Health Policy Centre (CHPC) at Simon Fraser University reveals higher mental health challenges for children with neurodevelopmental conditions like ASD, FASD, and ID. Let's break the stigma and prioritize #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek. 💙 Share to raise awareness! 🌟 #MentalHealthMatters #EmpowerKids 🚀 https://ow.ly/Q8E950QyZaM

So important for neonatal staff to be aware of this resource. Neonatal parents may struggle with how they feel about their baby. These 3 important questions can make all the difference to open up a conversation and help support parent-infant relationships on the neonatal unit. What 3 words or phrases would you use to describe your relationship with your baby? What brings you the most joy in the relationship with your baby? What is your biggest fear about your relationship with your baby? Start the conversation. #parentinfantrelationships #neonatalpsychology #parenting #neonatal

Technology, loneliness, isolation are all factors affecting youth across the spectrum. As we move forward with our work in education, I wonder how we can all help to support students' mental health within each of our respective organizations?