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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's Archewell Foundation is launching a new initiative, The Parents Network, to support parents whose children have been victimized by online bullying. "Sunday Morning" anchor Jane Pauley talks with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle about the dangers of social media and suicide ideation; and with parents in the foundation's pilot program, who open up about how it has helped in their healing process after their child took their own life. [If you or someone you know is in emotional distress or a suicidal crisis, you can reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988. You can also chat with the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline here.
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 Time outdoors can have many mental and physical health benefits, among them improved sleep and increased attention span, says Markle. “I encourage you to support your teen in building in at least one hour per day of outdoor time into their daily schedule. By doing this, you support them in many key areas, such as better school performance, more friends, and an improved attention span and mood.”
Being aware of which needs the teen is fulfilling with their screen use can help to identify alternative activities that still fulfill those needs offscreen, says Markle. For example, if video gaming is providing a sense of competence, social connection, and autonomy, as well as an interest in strategy and team play, then those experiences could be successfully transferred to activities like rock climbing, ultimate Frisbee, and in-person chess. Read more here  Parents to Parents: After Your Child's Suicide Attempt is informed by interviews with parents and experts. The video resource was created jointly by EDC's Zero Suicide Institute and Parents to Parents, a non-profit organization that offers resources to caregivers whose child is struggling with mental health challenges or concerns. This film was made possible in part by the generous support of the Four Pines Fund. About the Video Right after a child makes a suicide attempt can be a deeply confusing, scary, and emotional time for parents and families. Understandably, parents may have a lot of questions or concerns. While health care professionals, school leaders, and others may have addressed many questions, often hearing directly from parents who have been there can be especially supportive. For Parents Hearing that your child is having thoughts of suicide or has made an attempt can be overwhelming. But you are not alone. The parents interviewed for this video have been there and understand. We hope this video offers some practical guidance for the days and weeks to come, but—more importantly—hope. People do get better, recover, and create lives worth living. The video was created to:
Making the Most of the VideoThe video is approximately one hour. You may want to watch the video in its entirety the first time. However, it is available in chapters for you to return to after that to re-watch specific sections. If you would like to return to specific sections, a playlist of the video that includes chapters is available at the link below. Post-Viewing Survey After viewing the video, please complete the survey using the link below. Your responses can help inform us as we work to improve this resource or any future resources. All survey responses gathered here are confidential and will only be shared in aggregate without identifying information when presented anywhere publicly. The survey will take approximately 5 minutes to complete. Thank you in advance for your participation. For Health Care Professionals and School and Community Leaders Families, understandably, will have many questions in the days and weeks following a suicide attempt of their child. It can be hard to process and retain all that is being told to them and available resources will vary community by community. This video captures many of the questions raised by parents and describes best practices in suicide care so that parents can best navigate a complex health care system. By hearing from parents whose child has made a suicide attempt as well as national experts in suicide prevention, parent’s feelings are validated and they can be directed to quality care that best supports their child. This video is not meant to replace any care provided in the community, rather, will hopefully serve to augment care provided by health care professionals as parents can return to it again and again. Who can disseminate this video? Emergency departments, inpatient hospitals, residential care, crisis services, mobile crisis units, community mental health providers, pediatricians, schools, substance misuse professionals, peer advocates, faith leaders, anyone who has encountered a family whose child has recently made a suicide attempt or talked about suicide. Add the video link to discharge paperwork and planning or share the link with parents as part of medical or behavioral health care. Below, we have provided a curated list of supplemental resources for additional support. ResourcesWhat's Up Wellness Checkups is looking for a new clinician and counselor. Check out their ad below for additional information. Please forward to anyone you think may be interested.   Calling all middle and high school students (ages 13+) and staff in California to get trained in suicide prevention! If you are an employee working in any public middle or high school in California, you are eligible to complete this training at no cost. Middle and high school students and staff take the same training program. Students and staff should choose two of the three youth-specific practice scenarios at the end of the training titled "Eric", "Ali", or "Mikayla and Hailey". Students who complete LivingWorks Start are eligible to earn 90 minutes of community service hours. Follow Here for Training Students: You will have 60 days to complete your training and receive community service learning credits. Once you enroll in the training please make a commitment to complete it, otherwise, that valuable license is lost  Anyone who works with children and youth is invited to take the Safe Spaces training. These individuals may include coaches, mentors, tutors, California State-Certified Wellness Coaches working in and outside of clinical settings, early care providers, and school staff—such as educators, school nurses, social workers, librarians, administrative support, school bus drivers and yard duty support. Each module is about two hours and is filled with case examples, videos, strategies and practices
Click Here to Learn More and Take the Trainings Surgeon General Issues New Advisory About Effects Social Media Use Has on Youth Mental Health6/21/2024
 Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy Urges Action to Ensure Social Media Environments are Healthy and Safe, as Previously-Advised National Youth Mental Health Crisis Continues
Today, United States Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy released a new Surgeon General’s Advisory on Social Media and Youth Mental Health - PDF. While social media may offer some benefits, there are ample indicators that social media can also pose a risk of harm to the mental health and well-being of children and adolescents. Social media use by young people is nearly universal, with up to 95% of young people ages 13-17 reporting using a social media platform and more than a third saying they use social media “almost constantly.” Read More  CLAIM: Using the new 988 mental health hotline “will automatically route your geolocation information to local authorities.”
AP’S ASSESSMENT: False. The hotline does not currently have the capability to detect the exact location of a caller, nor does it “automatically” share such information with authorities. Federal officials held a recent forum to discuss the possibility of adding geolocation capabilities to 988 in the future to connect callers with nearby crisis centers and for rare cases of responding to imminent risk. THE FACTS: The country’s first nationwide three-digit mental health crisis hotline went live on Saturday, as The Associated Press reported. The hotline is designed to connect callers with trained mental health counselors. Read More  Coaches training on SEL to take place on 5/14/24 for TNT Mountain Biking. Flyer linked below. Coaches can register by clicking here. Training RecordingResources:
 The 4 days of workshops, panel discussions, and key notes along with on-hill sessions with pro athletes, provided highly talented "going pro type" snowsport athletes, a tool kit for success. Daron Rahlves, JT Holmes, Travis Ganong, Jossi Wells, Toby Miller, skogen sprang, Amie Engerbretson, and Michelle Parker all hopped on board to help, as did many others, who led the below topics:
- State of Flow: Steven Kotler - Iterating on "your why", goal setting, dream brands, elevator pitch: Paul Crandell - Mind and Body: Sherry McConkey and Ascent Tahoe - Working with agents and brand managers: Mark Ervin, Jim Gunning, Jaimeson Keegan, & Josh Loubek - GoPro Content Development: Tips and Tricks: Tim Humphreys - Media Training: Andrew Gauthier - Wealth Management: Michael Conway - Building Your Brand: Jossi Wells - Resort Sponsorship: Jason Abraham & Matthew Peterson - Event Selection Process: Eric Zerrenner - Dealing with Adversity: Roy Tuscany - Life After Sport: Robett Hollis - Following your path: Amie Engerbretson and Michelle Parker - Mental Health: Shannon Decker The result at the end was simply amazing! These young athletes who came, came prepared and were all in. They took it seriously, stayed engaged, while having fun and learned "real life stuff" around becoming a professional athlete and being a good human. Together, we accomplished something special which was beyond anything expected! Teen-Powered Fun: Aspen Collective to Host First Annual Hibernation Fest Kings Beach, 5/3/24 - Aspen Collective, a dynamic nonprofit organization fueled by local high school students, is gearing up to host its inaugural event, Hibernation Fest, at the Fox Cultural Hall in Kings Beach on May 3rd, starting at 6:00 PM. Doors will swing open at 5:30 PM, welcoming attendees to an evening brimming with music and community spirit. Following the resounding success of Aspen Collective's debut event in August 2023, Hibernation Fest promises an unforgettable experience for all who attend. The lineup boasts exhilarating performances by esteemed musical acts such as Charity Kiss, renowned for their captivating desert rock melodies, the soulful sounds of lo-fi doo-woppers Worm Shot, and the high-energy vibes of downhill punks RIP Everything, and Checked Out. Beyond the stellar musical lineup, Hibernation Fest will feature an array of community resources and activities aimed at promoting teen well-being and cultivating a positive environment. Attendees can connect with teen mental health advocates, savor delectable treats from Little Truckee Ice Creamery, explore offerings from God Complex, a masculine-positive clothing company, and participate in interactive art activities and games. At the heart of Aspen Collective's mission is the commitment to provide a safe and engaging space for teens, offering an alternative to substance misuse while fostering creativity, community, and personal growth. Through events like Hibernation Fest, Aspen Collective endeavors to empower young people to lead fulfilling and healthy lives. "We are thrilled to bring Hibernation Fest to our community and aspire to make this an annual tradition," said Leo Murrell, CFO at As pen Collective. "This event epitomizes the passion and dedication of my peers and our community's youth, who are steadfast in creating positive experiences for one another. We extend an invitation to all teens and supporters to join us for a night of music, fun, and community building." The Aspen Collective has partnered with the Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation and Tahoe Truckee Suicide Prevention Coalition, a project of The Speedy Foundation to launch this event. For tickets to the show and further details about Hibernation Fest and Aspen Collective, please visit www.theaspencollective.org.
 Please join us a Alibi Ale Works in Truckee on Tuesday, April 30th for a trivia night dedicated to Hike for Hope. We will have raffle prizes as we fundraise to support Hope Squad and other suicide prevention efforts. Tuesday also launches registration for the 5th annual hike - register here.   Digital mental health support for youth, young adults, and families
Launching January 2024 A groundbreaking new program providing free, safe, and confidential mental health support for young people and families across the state with two easy-to-use mobile apps:
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction is an 8-week experiential course that includes meditation, mindfulness, and movement practices. These practices support you in developing your inner resources for managing stress, regulating emotions and cultivating resilience. MBSR has been researched for over 40 years and outcomes include a decrease in symptoms in physical and psychological stress-related conditions such as anxiety, depression, chronic pain, stress, and hypertension. Most importantly, these practices nurture a capacity for greater self-compassion, awareness, and appreciation of oneself.
The Spectrum Project and Whats Up Wellness are offering a community support group beginning 1/24/24 for Parents and Caregivers of LGBTQIA youth in Nevada County, facilitated by community members and mental health professionals. Turning PAGES: Parent and Guardian Education and Support Group — Nevada County Pride  Help Us Measure Our Community’s Health and Wellbeing We don't know what we don't know. Help us fill in our information gaps by filling out this quick and simple survey about quality of life and health. You can ensure that more neighbors, friends, and family members who live in North Tahoe-Truckee receive the support they need. www.prcsurvey.com/begin/NorthTahoe2024 Surveys like this tell us if we should focus on increasing the number of healthcare providers, add a new language liaison in a community, work harder to reduce stigma, and so much more... Your insights are invaluable. This survey will measure quality of life, community engagement, and behavioral health needs. Your participation will help us know where to allocate resources to better address the health needs of our community members. CCTT is also partnering with the national research firm PRC to conduct 350 phone surveys in the region between January and February. Households will be selected at random, and the survey will take 5-10 minutes to complete. You can view the results of the past survey here. Please help us get a good response.
 A new vending machine providing free and confidential county health products is now located at the Joseph Center in Truckee (10075 Levon Avenue Truckee, CA 96161). The vending machine will follow Joseph Center hours and be available between 8AM-5PM on Monday through Friday (outside of holidays). Products available through the vending machine include: Naloxone (Narcan) and fentanyl test strips, medication and sharps disposal kits, adult and children’s oral heath kids, first aid, hygiene and grooming kits, safer sex kits, and more. View the full list of products in English and Spanish HERE. Check out a video of how to use HERE. All products are free and can easily be accessed with a pin number after registering online HERE. You can also contact Devin Bradley at [email protected] to request paper copies of the application and pre-labeled vending machine cards. Click below for links to items discussed in this recorded training: 1. Demographics 2. Intro Survey 3. Link to training presentation 4. Recording of today’s presentation 5. Find Your Anchor 6. Please Stay 7. R U Ok? 8. Safety Planning 9. Order digital or paper safety plans 10. Order a Care Kit or Find Your Anchor Box 11. Additional resources to continue this conversation: 1. Creating a Healthier Life 2. A Journey Towards Health and Hope 3. Navigating a Crisis 12. Online & on-demand trainings 13. Tahoe Lifeline training 1. Check out CAMS-care training if you work directly in mental health care 14. Evaluation What words come to mind when you think of suicide? Below is a Wordle that was created from the words our audience supplied.  Maybe someday when we think of the work suicide things won't feel so dark. Maybe the words that will come to mind will be: hope, help, support, care, rare, and so on...that is our mission! On a scale of 1-5, how knowledgeable do you feel on the topic of suicide? The average for 23 participant responses was 3.5.
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