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| Keys to Reducing Anxiety and Depression in Children (Rebroadcast*) Wednesday, January 6th 8pm – 9pm ETUnchecked anxiety and depression can lead to teen self-medication, drug abuse, and addiction. “Emotional honesty” can be a powerful healer and safeguard against mental illness and drug use. Join us for a conversation with Dr. Stephen Van Schoyck, Psychologist, and Karen Lawrence, the Founder of Camp Hi-Ho near Louisville, Kentucky, and mother of three: Ben Lawrence, Blaine Lawrence, and Jennifer Lawrence, for a unique discussion about anxiety, depression, self-medication and the power of emotional honesty in the parent-child relationship. Practical tips on instilling values such as resilience, independence, creativity, honesty, empathy, and responsibility to help teens reduce or avoid anxiety and/or depression will be explored. *Because this is a rebroadcast, attendees will not be able to participate in the question and answer portion of the webinar. |
| also coming up… Keeping it Positive: Body Image & Self Esteem (Rebroadcast*) Wednesday, January 20th 8pm – 9pm ETParticipants will receive an overview of the concepts of body image, eating disorders, and self-esteem. Current trends and misconceptions in body image, eating disorders, and self-esteem among tweens and teens will be discussed. The role of media, social media, and family in the development of healthy vs. unhealthy body beliefs and behaviors will be explored. Parents will learn about their role in the prevention of problems in these areas and when to seek additional information and help.Our presenter is Dr. Amy Greenamyer, a Licensed Psychologist and Practice Owner of Compass Counseling. Dr. Greenamyer specializes in women’s issues, pregnancy & postpartum adjustments, and psychological and educational evaluations.*Because this is a rebroadcast, attendees will not be able to participate in the question and answer portion of the webinar. |
| Our next LIVE webinar… Helping Your Teen Overcome Anxiety and Depression Tuesday, January 26th 2pm – 3pm ETIn this interactive, engaging, and judgement-free workshop, national mental health speaker and author, Zach Westerbeck, will share his story of hitting rock bottom and how he learned to overcome symptoms of anxiety, depression, and thoughts of suicide. During the workshop, you will learn the fundamental tools you need to help support your teen through their mental health struggles. Come prepared to ask questions and openly discuss your teen’s mental health.Zach Westerbeck is a mental health advocate, National speaker, College Success Coach, and author of You’re Not Alone. He was diagnosed with an anxiety disorder in 2016. During that period he experienced severe anxiety, deep depression, and thoughts of suicide. After hitting his rock bottom moment, he sought help and started to recover. Through his recovery process he became Mental Health First Aid certified and now travels the country educating thousands of students on the fundamentals of mental health and recovery.Learning objectivesLearn to effectively communicate with your anxious and depressed teen so, you become a trusted confidantRecognize the various signs and symptoms of anxiety and depressionUnderstand the do’s and don’ts to successfully support your teenFind the right resources to help your teen find long-term recovery |
