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...
Mental Health
Telehealth for Transition Age Youth and Young Adults
Pathways RTC, June 2020 Pathways has released a new tip sheet that provides initial guidance for protecting the emotional safety, privacy and welfare of transition-age youth and young adults while they are participating in virtual mental health care. This list,...
Trauma, Racism, Chronic Stress and the Health of Black Americans
Office of Behavioral Health Equity, June 3, 2020 Summary Findings: racism and associated trauma and violence contribute to mental health disorders, particularly depressions, anxiety and PTSD, and chronic health conditions such as cardiovascular disease, hypertension,...
The Trauma Lens of Police Violence against Racial and Ethnic Minorities
Journal of Social Issues, 2017 Police violence against racial and ethnic minorities has been researched through the lens of multiple social science disciplines including psychology. Within psychology, the study of trauma lends itself to understanding the dynamics of...
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...
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...
COVID-19 Resources for Prevention Providers
The Rhode Island Prevention Resource Center, 2020 As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, we all are working to adjust to a new normal. This pandemic has presented us with numerous challenges such as transitioning to remote working, finding ways to adapt our work to...
Talking with Children: Tips for Caregivers, Parents, and Teachers During Infectious Disease Outbreaks
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, April 2020 When children and youth watch news on TV about an infectious disease outbreak, read about it in the news, or overhear others discussing it, they can feel scared, confused, or anxious—as much as...