Strengthening Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity (SIDE) Committee, June 2020 The recent events related to the tragic deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery have given rise to important questions about how to talk to children about issues of diversity...
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Bradley Online Learning
Lifespan, 2020 Bradley Online Learning offers computer-based continuing education for professionals in a variety of disciplines, including psychologists, social workers, certified counselors, physicians, nurses, speech/language and occupational therapists, and...
The Opioid Crisis and the Black/African American Population: An Urgent Issue
SAMHSA, 2020 This newly released SAMHSA report presents data on the prevalence of opioid misuse and death rates in the Black/African American population; contextual factors and challenges to prevention and treatment; and innovative community-based strategies to...
Novel Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19); What is the VA doing?
US Department of Veteran Affairs, 2020 VA has implemented an aggressive public health response to protect and care for Veterans, their families, health care providers, and staff in the face of this emerging health risk. We are working directly with the CDC and other...
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
SAMHSA, 2020 SAMHSA recognizes the challenges posed by the current COVID-19 situation and is providing the following guidance and resources to assist individuals, providers, communities, and states across the country. SAMHSA stands ready to assist in any manner...
Mental Illness Among Older Adults
National Council for Behavioral Health, 2020 Alongside our Board of Directors, National Council for Behavioral Health launched an Interest Group Initiative to give its members the tools, knowledge and networks they need to accelerate the learning of - and the impact...
COVID Video Resources for Families
Lifespan, 2020 The following videos address topics that may be helpful to parents as they teach kids about COVID-19 and navigate time at home. (Videos are in .mp4 format, and courtesy of Kids Health.) How to talk to your kids about COVID-19 - English Cleaning Hands -...
Coronavirus, Kids and Signs of Stress
Lifespan, 2020 With the current coronavirus pandemic, your child may experience stress and symptoms of anxiety. Most children will experience mild or intermittent symptoms, such as having days or times when they eat less, have trouble sleeping, seem more irritable, or...
Coping with Coronavirus: Tips for Parents and Caregivers
Lifespan, 2020 With the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in the news every day, it’s natural to feel some fear and anxiety. Children may be concerned or frightened as well. One of the best things parents and caregivers can do is to reassure children that they are safe...
Online Parent Support Groups
Lifespan, 2020 You are not alone during this challenging time. The Family Liaison Program at Bradley Hospital offers this list of online parent and caregiver support groups to help you and your family navigate life's challenges. To access this resource, click...