#Php mental health program series#

Have specific strategies for creating and implementing mental health and neurodiversity-oriented programs in their libraries.Understand how representation in stories can improve teens' mental health.Gain a better understanding of the fundamentals of neurodiversity and mental health.This webinar will be split into two sessions, with one session focusing on mental health and one focusing on neurodiversity.Īfter participating in this event, attendees will: Using examples from their own library, the presenters will share different ideas for programs and services and insights on how you can develop your own. They will show how our programming can promote empathy and compassion among all library users.

In this webinar, the presenters will explore techniques for updating our collections and adapting our services to ensure we are both representing the experiences of these teens and serving them day-to-day. Libraries are an incredible resource for teens and can serve as critically important safe spaces for those suffering from mental health crises. For those on the autism spectrum, these effects are even more pronounced. We are now seeing some of the emotional fallout from the isolation and trauma that came from the pandemic. Today’s teens face major life changes and a tremendous amount of social and emotional pressure.

#Php mental health program series#

A two-part webinar series taking place Wednesday, July 26 and Thursday, Jat 11:30am Pacific/12:30pm Mountain/1:30pm Central/2:30pm Eastern each session.