First Steps Pack N' Play Webinar Series | |
Learning to advocate for your little one can be fun, and just like a Pack 'N Play, you can take what you learn wherever you go! Register Online HERE. | |
A Bushel of School and Mental Health Resources | |
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How to Handle School Refusal
(In Spanish: Rechazo a la escuela: Cómo ayudar a su hijo a superarlo)
When students flat-out refuse to go to school, it can be stressful for both parents and teachers. Different kids resist or refuse school in different ways. Here are tips for parents, caregivers, and educators to manage school refusal, based on what behavior they're seeing (e.g., crying or tantrums, won't get dressed, won't get on the bus or in the car).
A Deeper Look at Anxiety in Kids
This newsletter from the Child Mind Institute consists of separate articles on the subject of anxiety: What are the different kinds of anxiety? How anxiety leads to problem behavior. What is separation anxiety? Selective mutism. Social anxiety. Agoraphobia in children.
13 Bipolar Disorder Symptoms to Be Aware Of
Bipolar disorder, or manic depression, can make it difficult to carry out day-to-day tasks. Here are 13 signs and symptoms to help you know if you or someone you care about should seek treatment.
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National Suicide Awareness Month | | |
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National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-TALK(8255).
- For TTY Users: Use your preferred relay service or dial 711 then 1-800-273-8255.
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Nacional de Prevención del Suicidio: 1-888-628-9454
Sign up for Lifeline Chat HERE.
Learn more about National Suicide Prevention Lifeline HERE.
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Suicide Prevention Resources from NAMI | |
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Suicidal thoughts, much like mental health conditions, can affect anyone regardless of age, gender or background. In fact, suicide is often the result of an untreated mental health condition. Suicidal thoughts, although common, should not be considered normal and often indicate more serious issues. Click HERE for suicide prevention resources and information from NAMI
National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-TALK(8255). Learn more about National Suicide Prevention Lifeline HERE.
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Parents Supporting Parents Group: This support group is free and is virtual via Zoom. This group offers positive parenting peer support and is facilitated by trained parents/caregivers, peer support specialists, and family support providers. This group will focus on building skills that support family wellness and parent self-care and wellness. This group meets monthly every second Tuesday beginning on September 13th from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm. Our first three groups through November of 2023 will focus on a study of the book The Connected Parent: An expert guide to parenting in a digital world by John Palfrey and Urs Gasser. In September, we will discuss the introduction of this book through part I. NAMI Missouri does have copies of this book available for parents to use as part of our lending library. The Connected Parent offers practical solutions to navigating gaming, screen time, privacy, and social media to support family wellness. Registration is required. Register HERE.
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Parents' Guide to Youth Mental Health | | |
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The purpose of this document is to provide information for families whose youth are experiencing behavioral and/or mental health concerns. We encourage you to review this guide and make notes about your questions or concerns. Then bring this guide with you when you speak to your child’s school support staff, primary care provider, or therapist. This guide is for you, the parent. The last page is for your child. Talk to them about the resources available on the last page and ensure they know where they can go for help and support.
Parents' Guide to Youth Mental Health - A NAMI Missouri Publication
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#BeThe1To Prevent Suicide | |
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#BeThe1To Ask
#BeThe1To Keep Them Safe
#BeThe1To Be There
#BeThe1To Help Them Connect
#BeThe1To Follow Up
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#BeThe1To is the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline’s message for National Suicide Prevention Month and beyond, which helps spread the word about actions we can all take to prevent suicide. The Lifeline network and its partners are working to change the conversation from suicide to suicide prevention, to actions that can promote healing, help and give hope.
Click here to learn more about the five #BeThe1To steps for suicide prevention.
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988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline | |
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The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline offers 24/7 access to trained counselors who can help people experiencing mental health-related distress. There is a tremendous need, given:
- In 2020, the U.S. had one death by suicide every 11 minutes.
- For people ages 10–34, suicide is a leading cause of death.
- From April 2020 through April 2021, over 100,000 people died from drug overdoses.
Behind each of these data points, there are people, families, and communities who have been impacted. Yet, in the face of these urgent realities, there is hope. The 988 Lifeline helps thousands of struggling people overcome suicidal crises or mental-health-related distress every day.
People can call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org for themselves or if they are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support.
No matter where you live in the United States, by using 988, you can reach a trained crisis counselor who can help.
Review the 988 Partner Toolkit here, which includes:
- Key messages
- FAQs
- Social Media Resources
Check out resources here for specific audiences on the Lifeline website
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Suicide Prevention for Military Families | |
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The Department of Defense is strongly committed to preventing suicide within our military community through suicide prevention, intervention and postvention initiatives. If you are in crisis, or you know someone who is, there are immediate resources available to support you or your loved ones.
Suicide Prevention Resources for the Military • Military OneSource
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Missouri Connections is a comprehensive, online, career development and planning program that is provided free of charge to all Missouri citizens. Funded by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, this program supports the career development efforts of schools, community organizations, and adult job seeker programs. Missouri Connections helps individuals learn about their talents, skills, and interests and makes the connection between planning for continued education and the work world.
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Missouri State Plan for Special Education | |
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The 2022 Missouri State Plan for Special Education was updated and went into effect on June 30, 2022.
For a description of the specific state plan changes click HERE.
In addition, click HERE for the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Special Education forms.
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Tools that Challenge the School to Prison Pipeline | |
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Tips to Help Parents Reinforce Positive Behaviors at Home
Seasonal transitions and changes in a child's routine can cause emotional upheaval for families. PAVE has provided an article with a few strategies that might help families keep things calm as the summer break ends. Read the full article HERE.
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St. Louis Early Childhood Parent Cafe | |
Not-So-Out-Of-The-Box Lunch Box Ideas | |
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Here are some tips and not-so-out-of-the-box lunch ideas to help make your kids' bellies happy and eager for lunchtime:
Write lunch box notes to give your kid(s) some pep in their step. Click HERE to check out some note ideas from momjunction.com.
Check out 90+ Healthy Lunch Box Ideas HERE.
Click HERE to watch a video from care.com on how to organize your fridge to make fast school lunches
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Submit your artwork by September 15, 2022 | |
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The Governor’s Council on Disability is accepting entries for the annual GCD Disability Employment Awareness Month Poster Contest now through September 15. Don’t delay – start submitting your posters now. The Governor’s Council on Disability’s (GCD) annual poster contest raises awareness about the importance of employment for people with disabilities. National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) is observed each year in October to celebrate the contributions of workers with disabilities and educate about the value of a workforce inclusive of their skills and talents. The posters are intended to spark a conversation about employment of people with disabilities and raise awareness about the importance of inclusion in the workplace. The winning entry will be featured on this year’s Disability Employment Awareness Month poster, GCD’s website and social media.
For more information, visit https://disability.mo.gov/gcd/PosterContest/
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On Demand First Steps Webinars | |
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Communicating Your Child's Needs First Steps Training: This workshop is designed to support families of young children who are new to working with caregivers and providers on communicating effectively regarding your child and your child’s needs.
Click HERE to access these on-demand trainings.
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Upcoming MPACT Webinars in September
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All MPACT trainings are free of charge! If you would like to schedule any MPACT training in your area or for your organization
please click on the link HERE
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