Learn about the newest trend in teen tobacco use and addiction, e-cigarettes and vaping. Identify e-cigarette and vaping devices. Review prevalence and health effects with the use of these products. Discuss parental strategies for prevention of tobacco use. Sign up.
This conference will educate primary and specialty providers on the scope of the opioid addiction problem in adolescents and young adults both nationally and locally. Through lecture and case presentations, attendees will acquire a personal perspective on the impact of opioid addiction on patients and families, and Improve their understanding of the range of medical […]
“Suicide: The Ripple Effect” is a feature-length documentary film focusing on the devastating effects of suicide and the tremendous positive ripple effects of advocacy, inspiration and hope that are helping millions heal and stay alive. Learn more. Sponsored by NAMI Westchester.
Don’t miss this important free presentation to learn how to keep your children safe from this frightening reality.
Marijuana: an ancient plant, but currently rife with current misconceptions about its nature and potential harms to adolescents. This webinar will clear the haze around marijuana, giving you the most up-to-date information about how the drug impacts the teen brain, as well as the consequences of use on our children’s success in school and future […]
A screening of Resilience: The Biology of Stress & The Science of Hope to be shown with discussion to follow. The documentary explains how adverse childhood events impact physical and mental health outcomes from childhood through adulthood. A community dialog aimed at hearing perspectives on how to better support the community’s hopes for its youth, […]
An evening of education for parents and high school students. Tuesday, October 23, 2018 5:30 to 9:00 PM Hastings High School Parent Keynote: Dr. Amelia Arria: A Parent’s Role in Promoting Academic Achievement Workshop Topic Choices: Effect of Technology on Teens Developing Grit & a Growth Mindset in our Kids Dangers of […]
What Matters To You? Promotion and understanding of community services for people with Co-Occurring Disorders. · What are Co-Occurring Disorders? · What is important to you & how to advocate for it. · Identifying goals and prioritizing. · Exploring opportunities, options and community resources. Learn more.
