The Elephant in the Room: Addressing Student Alcohol and Drug Use
The value and effectiveness of youth peer support for young people struggling with mental health or problematic substance use are becoming more widely recognized (de Beer, Nooteboom, van Domburgh, et al (2022) however, embedding peer support services into mainstream behavioral healthcare remains challenging. The research indicates that youth peer supporters help to better engage youth […]
Showing Up at Work: The Importance of Recovery Friendly and Mental Health Friendly Workplaces
Over the past decade, the New Hampshire business community has turned its attention to creating workplaces that meet the needs of all employees. In response to multiple public health crises affecting how we all show up at work, school, and in our communities, Governor Sununu created the Recovery Friendly Workplace Initiative, and residents of the […]
Play On! An Essential (and Not So Serious) Part of Thriving
We are wired for play and there is a myriad of evidence that underscores the impact of play across the lifespan, including playing a critical role in the healing process. In this session, we will end our day together exploring the role of play in psychological flexibility – our human superpower for resilient, connected, and […]
The Power of Advocacy: Influencing State Policies and Funding in NH
This workshop will equip participants with the knowledge and resources to engage in state-level advocacy efforts around proposed legislation and funding that directly impact suicide prevention efforts in New Hampshire. 2025 is a budget year in NH, and this training will provide an overview of the state legislature, the budget process, and how YOU can […]