“THE CHILD MAY NOT REMEMBER, BUT THE BODY REMEMBERS.” Join us for a screening and discussion of RESILIENCE, a one-hour documentary that delves into the science of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and the birth of a new movement to treat and prevent toxic stress. Recognized to be one of the drivers for conditions as diverse […]
“Suicide: The Ripple Effect” is a feature length documentary film and MOVEMENT, currently in production, focusing on the devastating effects of suicide and the tremendous positive ripple effects of advocacy, inspiration and hope. The film highlights the journey of Kevin Hines, who at age 19, attempted to take his life by jumping from the Golden […]
Putnam Valley Business Network Presents Narcan Training In coalition with Arms Acres and Drug Crisis in our Backyard February 21, 2018 6pm - 7:30pm Putnam Valley Ambulance Corps 218 Oscawana Lake Road, Putnam Valley Presenters Naura Slivinsky, LCSW Director of Community Relations, Arms Acres Tammy Bender Certified Addiction Recovery Coach, Arms Acres Marie O’Connor, BS. Ed Project Coordinator, […]
On March 9th from 12:00 – 3:00pm, the Jefferson Valley Mall will have a local author, Elisa Rader, coming in to read her book Meeting My Anxiety in the book nook. After Elisa reads, she will be conducting a small arts and crafts event that goes along with her companion book where people can draw their […]
Join us to learn more about this important issue our youth and families are facing today. Participants will receive an overview on types of self-harm and what motivates teens to self-harm. Risk factors, that increase the likelihood a teen might self-harm, will also be presented and registrants will gain greater knowledge about prevention and recovery. […]
The Somers Partners in Prevention invite you to attend the 5th Annual Partners in Prevention Community Forum on April 11, 2019 at 7:00 PM in the Somers Middle School Library. Dr. Kevin Sabet will present “Marijuana: Health, Safety and Social Concerns.” Dr. Sabet, is an author, consultant and former adviser on drug policy to three […]
The Mindful Body Conference: Control the Bridge Between Doing and Being Please RSVP immediately to mmscny@gmail.com, as seating will be limited.
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Despite many years of declining rates of youth suicide, the past ten years have shown an increase in suicide and suicide attempts among teens. This presentation will cover the latest information about suicide–what are the risk factors and protective factors for this group. Additionally, the discussion will explore possible reasons for increased rates of suicide […]
Join us to receive an overview of the developmental trajectory of ADHD and the executive functions that are negatively impacted in teens with ADHD. Information explaining why ADHD is now classified as a neurodevelopmental disorder that is largely genetic in origin will be presented. Additionally our presenter will discuss the difficulties that teens with ADHD […]
