Youth suicide is a growing concern, and no single sector can tackle it alone. This webinar brings together educators, healthcare and behavioral health providers, public health professionals, social workers, and community partners to examine risk factors, real-world access barriers, and the role technology plays in youth mental health today. Participants will gain practical, evidence-based strategies...
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Description: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASDs) are very common and usually 'invisible', but there is little awareness and few resources for those impacted by them. As children and adults with FASDs interact with services and systems, there is a risk that their support needs may not be acknowledged, understood, or implemented. In this training, Nate Sheets will provide you with important...
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Free event - all are welcome! Questions? Email jescrivner@ua.edu
Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) is an emergency mental health intervention designed to teach everyday people how to recognize and respond to warning signs of a suicidal crisis, functioning much like CPR does for a physical medical emergency. After the QPR training, you will be able to:
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) affect individuals and families across every community, yet many people living with FASD go undiagnosed or are misdiagnosed. Early identification can change the course of a child's development, and it starts with knowing what to look for and where to refer. By participating in this training, you will be able...
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Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) is an emergency mental health intervention designed to teach everyday people how to recognize and respond to warning signs of a suicidal crisis, functioning much like CPR does for a physicalmedical emergency.Learning Objectives:
Join us for Applying Cultural Competence in Healthcare and Suicide Prevention, a webinar focused on the importance of understanding and addressing cultural differences in mental health care and suicide prevention. Participants will explore strategies for building trust and rapport with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds while identifying ways to reduce health disparities in underserved populations....
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Gas station drugs are a category of substances that are sold legally at gas stations or convenience stores throughout the United States and are typically marketed as legal alternatives to illicit drugs like marijuana, cocaine, or MDMA. However, these substances can be highly dangerous, as their chemical composition and potency can vary greatly. Furthermore, testing for...
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Stigma is a set of negative beliefs held by a group or society and creates significant challenges for individuals facing substance use disorder (SUD). The World Health Organization recognizes stigma as a harmful force, hindering treatment and recovery efforts. Alarmingly, public perceptions often view individuals with SUD more negatively than those with mental health disorders,...
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Stigma is a set of negative beliefs held by a group or society and creates significant challenges for individuals facing substance use disorder (SUD). The World Health Organization recognizes stigma as a harmful force, hindering treatment and recovery efforts. Alarmingly, public perceptions often view individuals with SUD more negatively than those with mental health disorders,...
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Stigma is a set of negative beliefs held by a group or society and creates significant challenges for individuals facing substance use disorder (SUD). The World Health Organization recognizes stigma as a harmful force, hindering treatment and recovery efforts. Alarmingly, public perceptions often view individuals with SUD more negatively than those with mental health disorders,...
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Stigma is a set of negative beliefs held by a group or society and creates significant challenges for individuals facing substance use disorder (SUD). The World Health Organization recognizes stigma as a harmful force, hindering treatment and recovery efforts. Alarmingly, public perceptions often view individuals with SUD more negatively than those with mental health disorders,...
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