California Student Mental Health Week — May 10th – May 14th
Hello Designers,
Children and youth mental health issues are real, widespread, and treatable. Latest studies indicate that one in five students have mental health issues and adverse childhood experiences have been shown to have lasting harmful impacts if not addressed. Tragically, suicide remains the second leading cause of death for adolescents. Researchers have found that the rate of mental health disorders in children and youth have steadily increased over the past two decades. One recent study linked the effects of the pandemic to a 91% increase in adolescent mental health crises. Below are links to six free workshops for students and families:
Limited space. Register early.
● Not All Wounds are Visible: Race-Based Trauma and Equity-Centered Trauma-Informed Practices. Monday, May 10. 2021, 4:00-5:30 PM Register
● Disrupting the Effects of Trauma: School-based Mental Health Supports for K-12 Students. Tuesday, May 11, 2021, 4:00-4:30 PM Register
● Voices of Students: ACLU Youth Liberty Squad students exploring their thoughts and experiences on mental health in the era of COVID. Wednesday, May 12, 2021, 4:00-5:30 PM Register
● Wellness Wednesday! Wednesday, May 12, 2021, 6:00 PM Register
● Virtual Workshop for Caregivers/Parents: Understanding and Responding to your Child’s Mental Health Needs in the Time of COVID. Thursday, May 13, 2021, 4:00-5:30 PM Register
● Trust is the Antidote: Creating welcoming school atmospheres that allow healing and learning to happen naturally. Friday, May 14, 2021, 4:00-5:30 PM Register
Please remember we are here for you!
DVD Counseling Team