Let's Talk About It May 9, 2024:  Postpartum Depression - Dr. Marisel Chibas, Obstetrician & Gynecologist

Join us as we speak to a local OB/GYN about a mental health condition that is associated with giving birth. We'll look at the stressors and joys that follow after having a baby and how postpartum depression can be identified and treated.
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Let's Talk About It May 16, 2024: Anxiety And Depression Disorders and Therapies - Mariana Magaña, LCSW, Psychiatric Social Worker, Adult Anxiety and Depression Clinic, El Centro

While anxiety and depression are not uncommon elements of an adult life, the pandemic has put these conditions in the forefront of many people's day to day existence. Join us as Mariana Magaña offers information on how to monitor, self-manage, and know when to seek support for depression and anxiety. Sharpen those self-care pencils and get ready to take notes!
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Let's Talk About It May 23, 2024: Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) - Dalia Pesqueira, LMFT, Behavioral Health Manager, Youth and Young Adults Services

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is a two-day, in-person workshop for individual's who want to feel comfortable, confident and competent in the prevention of suicide. Over one million individuals have participated in this highly interactive, practical, and practice-oriented workshop. Behavioral Health Services has implemented the ASIST model for over 20 years. This training is offered monthly at no cost to our community. Join us and learn more on how to make our community a suicide safer place
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Let's Talk About It May 30, 2024:  Youth Mental Health First Aid - Jose Saenz, Community Service Worker, Youth and Young Adults Brawley

Youth Mental Health First Aid is an interactive training that teaches participants 18 years of age and older how to help adolescents experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge. It is primarily designed for adults who interact with adolescents (12-18) on a regular basis. This training introduces common mental health challenges and disorders for youth. It serves as a tool to help assess if an adolescent is in danger and how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations.
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