09/23/2024
NEW FALL WEBINARS Mindspring Mental Health Alliance
The Types of Bullying and How Children are Impacted,
Trauma & PTSD, Divorce,
Substance Use Disorders and Mental Illness,
Self-Care & Workplace Wellness,
Setting Healthy Boundaries, and much more
As always, these events are absolutely free & everyone is welcome! Attendance certificates provided at no cost
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Communication Do’s & Don’ts | Tues 9/17 | 12-1:00p CDT
Understanding how mental health impacts thinking and behavior helps to reduce frustration & stress, and improves outcomes for everyone. Learn simple tools to manage conflict and express feelings with a licensed therapist.
Register here https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/9716886587868/WN__4zuwzaESF29KYLWUSLMLw
Self-Care and Workplace Wellness | Wed 9/18 | 10-11:00a CDT
People who incorporate self-care throughout their day are more resilient and better equipped to manage stress, leading to happier and more productive teams. Learn ways to introduce self-care into your work life, communicate boundaries, and cope with demanding schedules in this one-hour seminar.
Register here https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/9716886587868/WN_vzN9xo4TQNOhQtklIeC-cQ
Asking for Support: Disclosing Mental Illness at Work and in Relationships | Wed 9/18 | 12-1:00p CDT
Choosing to disclose information about mental health is a personal decision that often has to be made more than once. Discuss what factors to consider when making the decision and how to make the disclosure when the time feels right.
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Understanding Bipolar Disorder | Thurs 9/19 | 12-1:00p CDT
Everyone experiences ups and downs, but bipolar disorder is different. An accessible guide to understanding the types of bipolar disorder, their symptoms, common misconceptions, and how relationships are impacted. Discuss treatment options and learn practical tips for managing symptoms.
Register here https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/9716886587868/WN_VyGB0EFtRn-H-jb4o7F7_Q
Supporting Kids Through Challenging Divorce Situations | Mon 9/23 | 12-1:00p CDT
Discuss how to address parental arguments, absent parents, custody battles, children being caught in the middle, and safety concerns. Learn strategies to help children navigate these challenges and ensure their well-being with a licensed therapist. Part 4 in a 4-part series
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Understanding Agoraphobia | Tues 9/24 | 12-1:00p CDT
Often believed to be a fear of leaving the house, agoraphobia is an anxiety disorder that runs much deeper. Join us to develop a more thorough understanding of what agoraphobia is, what causes it, and how it is treated.
Register here https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/9716886587868/WN_784VgyW7R_eCOLblAMwzag
Conflict Management and Problem-Solving in Relationships | Wed 9/25 | 10-11:00a CDT
Confronting problems can be challenging. Heightened emotions, irrational thinking, impaired judgment, and distorted perceptions impact our ability to solve problems quickly. Learn strategies for effective problem-solving and conflict management with a licensed therapist.
Register here https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/9716886587868/WN_YXOUyAyaTLiihE0PkFs-Vg
Workplace Violence & De-Escalation Techniques | Wed 9/25 | 12-1:00p CDT
Violence in the workplace involves a continuum of behavior from threats and verbal abuse to physical assaults and even homicide. Acts of violence are currently the third-leading cause of fatal occupational injuries in the United States, and rates of violence in the workplace are on the rise. These events cause frustration, anger, and pain for employees, customers, patients, and visitors – costing businesses an estimated $36 billion each year. Explore what you can control in these situations and learn practical tools to de-escalate workplace violence & keep others safe when faced with uncontrollable turmoil.
Register here https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/9716886587868/WN_giOy8ugDQDm7POTilDsTtw
Understanding Body Dysmorphic Disorder | Thurs 9/26 | 12-1:00p CDT
Body Dysmorphic Disorder is defined by negative self-image and misperceptions about appearance. Preoccupation with perceived flaws can result in anxiety, depression, and social isolation. Explore the diagnostic criteria, symptoms, treatment options, and common misconceptions of body dysmorphic disorder in this one-hour seminar.
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Work Stress and Burnout: Risk Factors & Treatment | Tues 10/1 | 12-1:00p CDT
Stress is something we all experience in our personal and professional lives. But when stress is severe or prolonged (or both), it can impact our physical and mental health in major ways. Learn practical tips to manage distress to avoid career burnout and discuss effective ways to cope with a licensed therapist.
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The Connection Between Substance Use Disorders and Mental Illness | Wed 10/2 | 10-11:00a CDT
Substance use disorders and mental illnesses are caused by overlapping risk factors. Explore the reciprocal relationship between substance use and mental illness, and discuss the role of genetics, environment, and trauma with a licensed therapist.
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I Don't Need Help: Supporting People Who Can't See Their Mental Illness | Wed 10/2 | 12-1:00p CDT
Why do people sometimes reject help? Discuss the reasons why people refuse mental health care and how to respond & cope in this one-hour seminar.
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Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder | Thurs 10/3 | 12-1:00p CDT
Do the winter months get you down more than you think they should? Explore the signs and symptoms of seasonal affective disorder, when it’s time to see a doctor, and what treatment options are available.
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Bullying and the Impact on Children | Mon 10/7 | 12-1:00p CDT
Cyberbullying, “mean girls”, sexual harassment, slurs – how do we help kids recognize and respond to bullying? Explore the types of bullying, risk factors for being bullied, and how bullying impacts children at different developmental stages with a licensed therapist. Examine how kids “become” bullies, how to help kids understand what bullying looks like, and signs that a child may be the victim of bullying in this one-hour seminar. Part 1 of a 2-part series.
Register here https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/9716886587868/WN_LNZCZzsJQJC3mZn3GYmxlQ
Discrimination, Fear, and Mental Health in LGBTQIA+ Communities | Tues 10/8 | 12-1:00p CDT
LGBTQIA+ adults are three times more likely to experience a mental health disorder than people who identify as straight. Discuss what factors impact this statistic, how to find supportive professionals, ways of coping, and how to be a true ally in this one-hour seminar with a licensed therapist.
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Understanding Trauma | Wed 10/9 | 10-11:00a CDT
Trauma is defined by the emotional and psychological effect an event has on people, and less by the event itself. Explore the science of trauma and discuss how trauma impacts physical & mental health with a licensed therapist.
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Understanding PTSD | Wed 10/9 | 12-1:00p CDT
Trauma impacts everyone differently, depending on the nature of the trauma, presence or lack of social support, access to treatment, and coping strategies. This one-hour seminar provides an accessible guide to understanding what causes Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, its symptoms, co-occurring disorders, and treatment options.
Register here https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/9716886587868/WN_lqZ4-5LuQ6yJKbNQWqt2BQ
Creating a Low-Stress Environment and Minimizing Crises | Thurs 10/10 | 12-1:00p CDT
People are susceptible to strain from a number of sources including work and school obligations, illness, finances, interpersonal conflict, and more. Learn strategies to create and maintain a low-stress environment, identify & respond to ‘red flags’, and communicate in times of crisis with a licensed therapist.
Register here https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/9716886587868/WN_AGxdGgGTS6m6EgP9pPlhHQ
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