Mental Health

2019 Prevention Resource Guide

Department of Health and Human Services, 2019  This Resource Guide was developed to support service providers in their work with parents, caregivers, and their children to prevent child abuse and neglect and promote child and family well-being. It was created by the... read more

Online Teen Safety Guide

National Home Security Alliance, 2019 The online world offers a wealth of resources for education, entertainment, and connection with other people. Unfortunately, the internet also poses new dangers, and those dangers threaten teens especially. This guide provides the... read more

RI PREVCON 2019 Keynote Address

Marisa Silveri, 2019 Marisa M. Silveri, PhD, has been studying the neurobiology of brain development and consequences of alcohol and drug abuse using preclinical and clinical models for over two decades. During her keynote address at RI PREVCON 2019, she presented an... read more

RI PREVCON 2019 Session – Stand Up to Stigma & Rebels Inspiring Positive Lifestyles

South Kingstown Partnership for Prevention, 2019 This unique workshop presentation was led by two different youth groups and presented at RI PREVCON 2019. First, the Chariho Youth Task Force showcased the important difference between mental health and mental illness.... read more

RI PREVCON 2019 Session – Mindfulness and Meditation: Changing Your Brain One Breath at a Time

Nancy Bennett, 2019 Mindfulness is a now a familiar word these days – in the media and in conversation. But what does it really mean and why does it matter? This handout was used as part of Nancy Bennett’s RI PREVCON 2019 workshop which introduced participants... read more

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