The CDC reports that 45,979 people died by suicide in the United States in 2020, which is 1 death every 11 minutes. The loss of life in this manner is heartbreaking, unnecessary and it impacts all of us collectively. While death by suicide is multi-dimensional, research shows that mindfulness interventions can contribute to the reduction…
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Each generation is unique, with its own strengths and assets. However, when generations combine in the workplace, there can be conflict, uneasiness, and uncertainty on all sides. This workshop will address meeting the supervisory needs of different generations, managing potential generational conflicts, and helping all employees to work successfully together. LECTURE OBJECTIVES Participants will be…
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The purpose of this diversity workshop is to increase cultural awareness, understand the difference between equity and inclusion, and reduce prejudices against underrepresented groups. Objectives: After completing this program, social workers, program administrators, and other participants will be able to: Presenter: Angela Gray, MSW, EDs Angela holds a Bachelor's and Master of Social Work degree…
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Description: In this session, the speaker will discuss mental, physical health linked to trauma as well as racial trauma on health and how these risks factors may increase psychosis. What should be done, evidence-based practices and a case study will be reviewed. Objectives: Presenter: Dr. Khalima Bolden is a licensed clinical psychologist and the Assistant…
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This presentation will explain how to present adolescent-specific dialectical dilemmas to teens and families. Three types of invalidation that teens frequently experience will be discussed. Participants will learn how to coach a teen through recovering from invalidation. The presenter will explain the biosocial model of dysregulation and how to maintain a therapeutic relationship with parents.…
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This presentation will explain how to coach caregivers on how to use behavioral principles to cultivate a healthy relationship with their teen. The presenter will emphasize using deliberate practice to enhance skills as a DBT therapist working with teens. A description will be given on how to facilitate teens and families advancing from assessment to…
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