Parenting Workshops: Supporting Youth Mental Health

Tuesday, February 27, 2024, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Tuesday, March 5, 2024, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Tuesday, March 12, 2024, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Tuesday, March 19, 2024, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Tuesday, March 26, 2024, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Join us for FREE educational programs for parents to learn valuable information to promote and understand youth mental health

Recognizing and Managing Anxiety in Youth

Anxiety has been on the rise over the past decade. It is not always easy to recognize the difference between normal worries and anxiety disorders in children and teens. This workshop helps parents explore the definition of anxiety and how to distinguish anxiety from normal worries. Parents will learn practical parenting tips to support their children and build emotional resilience.

Tuesday, February 27, 2024, 12-1pm

Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth

Parents and caregivers often face many questions in creating a safe and supportive environment for a child identifying as part of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, or other (LGBTQ+) community. LGBTQ+ youth often face greater bullying, discrimination, and mental health challenges. Learn strategies to create a supportive family, community, and school environment, which can make the biggest positive difference on the lives of LGBTQ youth.

Tuesday, March 5, 2024, 12-1pm

Teens and Screens

The ever-increasing presence of technology in teens’ lives presents new opportunities, but not without potential questions and risks. This workshop explores the latest research on the impact of screens. Participants will learn strategies and have opportunities for discussion around how to best manage parenting in this technology-infused world.

Tuesday, March 12, 2024, 12-1pm

Cultivating Resilient Teens

Teenagers today face many stressors. As such, the number of adolescents reporting poor mental health has been on the rise. In this workshop, participants will learn strategies to help parents untangle and support their teenagers’ emotional lives. Parents will learn how to help their teens to develop healthy social relationships, set proper boundaries, and develop effective communication to build and maintain resilience.

Tuesday, March 19, 2024, 12-1pm

Teaching Kids about Drug and Alcohol Use

Kids are impressionable about drug and alcohol use and can be easily influenced by peers and what they see on social media. From a young age, parents are essential in helping kids establish healthy habits. This workshop offers suggestions about having conversations about the dangers of drug and alcohol use and how to best support our children in making good choices.

Tuesday, March 26, 2024, 12-1pm