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📈 Record numbers of young people are seeking mental health support, and it's important for parents and teachers to learn the same language as their teens to provide effective support. Join Louise Hayes in this ground-breaking workshop to learn the DNA-V approach, science made accessible. Gain strategies to help adults model flexible thinking, set boundaries, build empathy, and navigate stress and challenges with teens. Together, we can support young people through their teenage years successfully! 🔗 Register now to save 20% with the early bird rate https://buff.ly/3PQ6d26

Children – and their brains – adapt to survive. When a child grows up in an environment where there is abuse and neglect, their brains will be shaped by those experiences. These brain changes may not lead to an immediate mental health problem. Rather, they may help the child survive in that adverse environment. However, these same changes may make a child more vulnerable to developing mental health problems in future everyday environments. In part, this is because the brain changes can affect a child’s ability – and opportunities – to cultivate and maintain social relationships with others. Learn more about the science and how to apply it to practice in our free resources: https://lnkd.in/deCrQFi

All babies come into this world with a rich emotional life, ready to form and contribute to relationships, especially with parents and key caregivers. And anyone who touches the lives of babies, young children and their families can contribute to promoting infant and early childhood mental health. ZERO TO THREE developed a set of IECMH Guiding Principles to enhance the understanding and application of infant and early childhood mental health. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3yVF7jz

It's Children's Mental Health Awareness Week! Much of my career and research has focused on youth mental health and suicide prevention. Through this work I’ve analyzed data, spoken with dozens of youth, and collaborated with many partners to foster mental health among youth. This week, I'll be sharing some of what I’ve learned from that work, as well as some articles and resources. First, one of the best resources out there is the Blueprint for Youth Suicide Prevention, co-developed by AAP and AFSP in collaboration with experts from NIMH (aap.org/suicideprevention). Check out this article I co-authored last year about how the Blueprint came together! https://lnkd.in/gkW9_hBQ

In the month of July, we turn our focus to an important cause that demands our attention: #MinorityMentalHealthAwarenessMonth. As we navigate a world where #mentalhealth conditions affect individuals from all walks of life, it is crucial to recognize the unique challenges faced by marginalized communities. July serves as a powerful reminder to prioritize the mental well-being of people of color, who often endure the compounded impact of racial trauma, discrimination, and inadequate access to care. This month, we shed a light on the disparities, raise awareness, and advocate for a mental health care system that leaves no one behind. The NAMI Alliance is here to help with free, community-based, peer-led support groups and education programs. The goal is to offer mental health information, resources and insights from people with lived experience about their journey toward recovery and to provide hope for others. You are not alone on your mental health journey. Learn how you can be involved and share information and resources this month: https://conta.cc/44HOD4v

Keep your eyes peeled for our upcoming TV ad made possible with the support of Foundation Australia & Dentsu Creative, promoting our 'See the Signs, Heal the Hurt' campaign. We're on a mission to raise awareness about children's mental health. Parents of primary school-aged children, this one's for you! Our aim? To intervene early and prevent challenges from persisting into adolescence and adulthood. The longer we delay, the more difficult it becomes to tackle them effectively. Download our free downloaded resource which includes: - Indicators of potential mental health struggles - Possible causes of mental health issues - Common child mental health diagnoses - What steps to take next and where to seek help - Common treatment options Because some behaviours are a normal part of childhood and some signal underlying mental ill-health. Knowing the difference and seeking help in time can really make a difference in ensuring all children have the future they deserve. Get our resource here: https://lnkd.in/gf738-Zz

You may be familiar with the physical burden of the water crisis, but what about the mental and emotional toll? When a resource essential to life itself is out of reach, worry and stress can be constant. People frequently share how a lack of access leads to worry about their children, health, time, safety, and more. Then they share how clean water changed everything. Where clean water flows, all forms of health can flourish. Entire communities are energized, and the weight of worry disappears. This Mental Health Awareness month, you can support thriving communities by giving clean water. Rest assured, 100% will always fund clean water.

🌟 Hello everyone, As we find ourselves amid Children's Mental Health Awareness Week, we're reminded of the importance of addressing this aspect of our children's well-being. 💬💙 While we may be joining the conversation a bit later than planned, the urgency and significance of this issue remain unchanged. Now more than ever, it's crucial to shine a light on the mental health struggles our children may face and the support they need. 🤗💚 We understand that discussing mental health can be challenging, especially when it comes to our little ones. But let's remember that by having open, honest conversations and fostering environments of understanding and empathy, we can make a profound difference in our children's lives. 🏡❤️ So, as we navigate this important week, let's commit to spreading awareness, offering support, and advocating for the mental well-being of all children. Let's educate ourselves, reach out to those who may need a listening ear, and prioritize the mental health of our future generation. #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek #EndTheStigma #SpreadAwareness

United Way of Central Minnesota recognizes the importance of kids’ mental health today. Learn how we support Central Minnesota children by investing in local programs that give kids what they need to develop into healthy adults: https://hubs.la/Q02w0Mn60