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The new issue of Canada Watch is out, which is the annual publication of the Robarts Centre for Canadian Studies at York University! My article with Lauren Spring and Simon Adam, "Mad Studies and pre-service early childhood education and care: Bringing Mad Studies to future practitioners and educators" is included in here. Click on the link below to check it out and all the amazing contributors in this special issue focused on critical mental health and Mad Studies! https://lnkd.in/gsj38Sew 

8th International Conference on Childhood and Adolescence January 24th-26th, 2024 | Peniche, Portugal & Online CALL FOR ABSTRACTS - LAST CALL: until December 20th Join us for an inspiring journey into the realm of childhood and adolescence at our groundbreaking Multidisciplinary Congress! This event brings together experts, professionals, and enthusiasts from various fields to explore the dynamic challenges and opportunities surrounding the formative years of life. Interdisciplinary Insights: Gain a comprehensive understanding of childhood and adolescence from diverse perspectives, including psychology, education, healthcare, social work, and more. Cutting-edge Research: Dive into the latest research findings and innovations that shape our understanding of child development, mental health, and educational strategies. Networking Opportunities: Connect with professionals and thought leaders who share a passion for creating positive impacts on the lives of children and adolescents. Interactive Workshops: Engage in hands-on workshops that provide practical skills and strategies applicable in various professional settings. Inspiring Keynote Speakers: Hear from renowned experts who will share their wisdom and insights, sparking new ideas and perspectives. Global Perspectives: Explore cultural nuances and global challenges that impact the well-being of children and adolescents, fostering a holistic approach to their development. REGISTER NOW! https://lnkd.in/drAk--zE Let's come together to champion the well-being and potential of the next generation. Your participation in this Multidisciplinary Congress will contribute to a brighter future for children and adolescents worldwide. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a movement that shapes the future!

CO-CREATION IS THE ONLY WAY FORWARD FOR THE FUTURE OF MENTAL HEALTH! 📢 The #EuropeanMentalHealthWeek kicks off today ! The European Mental Health Week is a pan-European initiative to raise awareness about the importance of mental health and reduce stigma. It takes place every year in May. The theme for 2024 is #CoCreation. Our R2D2-MH Project supports the European Mental Health Week and co-rreation is at the core of what the project team does: 🔹 R2D2-MH Project project partners have been working 🤝 with 2️⃣ co-creation groups representing neurodivergent adolescents and their parents, neurodivergent adults and family members. 🔹 Together, they #CoDevelop new knowledge and tools that we hope will contribute to a better understanding of #Neurodiversity and of the strengths and variety of life outcomes of neurodivergent people, and overall to a better and more inclusive society for all. R2D2-MH is a 5-year project co-funded by the European Commission that aims to identify risk and resilience factors associated with neurodevelopmental diversity, including Autism, ADHD or Intellectual Disability. Find out more about R2D2-MH: https://www.r2d2-mh.eu/ #BetterTogether #MentalHealth #R2D2MH project #Autism #IntellectualDiversity

While others are talking about it, some are doing something about it. This is a global challenge, and while this scale of investment is not always possible - at any level, action speaks very much louder than words. More of this please… #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #actiontakers #leadership

We're making a historic commitment to fighting the national mental health crisis. An investment from a coalition of benefactors, foundations and other funders will: - Fund the creation of the new Veldman Family Psychology Clinic, which will develop scalable, evidence-based solutions in childhood trauma, suicide prevention and substance use. - Provide cutting-edge technology that will advance the University’s psychology and neuroscience research, including the implementation of functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) technology. - Expand the number of faculty and triple the number of students conducting mental health-related research on campus. - Increase mental health services for Notre Dame students through a unique campus partnership among academic and student affairs units. - And, grow the availability of mental health care in the South Bend region The scope of these solutions is expected to have an impact well beyond campus and the local community — University leaders anticipate outcomes from the multidisciplinary work will serve as a future scalable model for other academic and public institutions: https://go.nd.edu/b01dbc

It’s hard to describe how much this course has impacted me over the past year! If you are considering it and have questions, please reach out to myself or the incredible Rae Martens.

Congratulations to NYU Professors Doris F. Chang, PhD and Dr. Linda Lausell Bryant on their new book "Transforming Careers in Mental Health for BIPOC: Strategies to Promote Healing and Social Change.” The book offers mentorship and advice for BIPOC healing, resistance, and institutional transformation, whether you are working in academia, clinical practice, industry, or the nonprofit sector. I invite you to also check out my chapter: "The Politics of Promotion and Tenure: Tips for Navigating the Process While Staying True to Your Values." This book is available on Amazon and Routledge (including 3 free chapters). Grab a copy (or two) to share with a friend/colleague/mentee. For more info about the amazing contributors and topics covered, see https://lnkd.in/dDxWXJ5r. Please join me in congratulating Professors Chang and Lausell-Bryant on this pioneering volume of scholarly research!

Thrilled to Share My First First-Author Publication! In the journey of science, there are milestones that not only signify progress but also shape the path we carve as researchers and individuals. Today, I'm excited to share one such landmark achievement: the publication of my first first-author paper. The study, titled "Examining Autism Spectrum Using the Attention Network Test: A Meta-analysis," has been published in the Review Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders. I originally wrote this manuscript back in the final year of my undergraduate studies and recently decided to revise and submit this work for publication. This publication represents not just a personal achievement, but the shared efforts and support of my mentors, co-authors, and peers. https://lnkd.in/gei-fe6g

Hear from RTI victimization and response researchers Jaclyn Houston-Kolnik, Hannah Feeney, and Rebecca Pfeffer as they detail the importance of developing trauma-informed research practices. When conducting research into sensitive topics such as the justice system, it is imperative that researchers treat participants and their experiences with care and remain cognizant of potential stressors introduced through the research process. Through intentional trauma-informed staff training, study design, and study implementation, research teams can ensure the psychological safety of participants and researchers alike. Follow the link to learn more: https://bit.ly/3KHG56a

July is Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, an effort shine light on the unique challenges folks from marginalized communities face in accessing mental healthcare. But it's not just those seeking care who face challenges - those who want to provide care do, too. The same barriers that people from under-resourced backgrounds face in accessing care affect the pathways into these careers. This means that staff in the "helping professions" - nurses, social workers, therapists, psychiatrists, and leaders in these fields - often don't reflect the communities they serve. For someone seeking care, this can impact trust, mutual understanding, and, potentially, diagnoses and treatment. We spoke to over a hundred staff in these fields to find out why - from elementary school to professional careers - these gaps exist. Our findings lead to actionable steps that policymakers, nonprofit leaders, and others can take to fix it. Read more: https://bit.ly/4batmnu