Presentations from past modules are archived here in Breeze (audio narration over PowerPoint) format. These presentations are practice-oriented and focus on practical identification, assessment and intervention tools and strategies professionals working directly with children and youth with mental health concerns.
These presentations are password-protected. If you are a primary care professional and are interested in viewing a presentation, please complete and fax or mail the registration form below.These archived courses are FREE to Alberta professionals.
Please contact Kristy Thackeray at (403) 220-4310 or kristy.thackeray@albertahealthservices.ca for more information.
Or fill out the online archived registration form
http://www.albertahealthservices.ca/5628.asp
2010/2011 Archived Presentations
Overview of Addiction
Overview of Addiction: Perceptions, Theories and Dependency
(Available until November 2012)
This course is designed to give you an overview of the most common theories of addiction and the process of dependency to substances and gambling. After completing this course you will be able to:
• Understand how perceptions are formed;
• Explain the difficulty in defining addiction;
• Explain how substance use and gambling are similar;
• Discuss the main models and theories of addiction;
• Explain the continuum of use and dependence and
• Define dependence, withdrawal and tolerance.
Addiction Course
Inhalant Abuse
(Available until November 2012)
This course is designed to give you an introduction to Inhalant Abuse and how the use of inhalants impacts children and youth.
The objectives are:
• Describe what inhalants are and discuss the various categories;
• Describe how inhalant use impacts children and adolescents;
• Discuss how inhalants are used and the impact they have on the body and; • Outline screening, assessment and treatment practices for inhalant abuse
Pharmacology Update
Part 1: Pharmacology Update
(Available until September 2011)
A 17- minute presentation providing an update of new prescriptions and their indications for use in child/adolescent mental health.
Presenter: Rekha Jabbal, BSP Pharmacy Clinical Practice Leader, Alberta Health Services.
Part 2: Current Trends on Street Drugs
(Available until September 2011)
A 25-minute presentation describing the implications of current trends in the types and uses of street drugs available in the community.
Presenter: Cheryl Houtekamer, Community Programs Supervisor, Youth Addictions Services, Addictions and Mental Health, Alberta Health Services.
Part 3: Alternative Medications
(Available until September 2011)
A 31-minute presentation describing important issues related to contemporary and alternative (CAM) products and practices. The presentation also describes who is using contemporary and alternative medications and why.
Presenter: Sunita Vohra, MD, FRCP, MSc, Director, CARE Program for Integrative Health and Healing.
Should I Be Worried?: Childhood Mental Health Concerns
Should I Be Worried?
(Available until May 2013)
A 28-minute presentation recognizing what are developmentally appropriate behaviours in children. The presentation also describes appropriate intervention options, including when to refer to specialized services.
Presenter: Shelley Hanna, MA, R. Psych., Clinical Consultant, Healthy Minds/ Healthy Children Outreach Service, Alberta Health Services; Angela Lounsberry, MSW, RSW, Clinical Consultant, Healthy Minds/ Healthy Children Outreach Services, Alberta Health Services.
Emotional Regulation in Children and Adolescents
Emotional Regulaton
(Available until June 2013)
A 52-minute presentation describing practical strategies for teaching emotional regulation in children and adolescents with various mental health disorders.
Presenters: Melanie Jonkman, MEd, R.Psych,; Paul Graham, MSW; Michelle Crosby, CYW; Jaret Farris, BScOT, BComm, CASA Child, Adolescent & Family Mental Health.
Double Trouble
Part 1: The Challenge of Raising Challenged Teens
Parenting Adolescents with Mental Health Issues
(Available until June 2013)
A 29-minute presentation describing strategies to effectively manage adolescent behavioural and emotional symptoms. The presentation will help clinicians assist parents/caregivers in empowering their adolescent to take responsibility in managing their own mental health.
Presenters: Laurie Janzen, MSW, RSW, Mental Health Therapist, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Community Team, Alberta Health Services; Pamela Klein, MSW, RSW, Clinical Consultant, Healthy Minds/ Healthy Children Outreach Services, Alberta Health Services.
Parenting Adolescents with Addiction Issues
(Available until June 2013)
A 50-minute presentation describing the importance of family involvement in treatment, appropriate assessment and planning strategies. The presentation will cover assessing functionality of family relationships and identify interventions that increase family functionality.
Presenter: Sean Swaby, MA, CCC, Family Counsellor, Youth Residential and Detox Services, Addiction and Mental Health, Alberta Health Services.
Part 2: The Challenge of Being Raised by Challenged Parents
Children of Parents with Mental Health Issues
(Available until June 2013)
A 50-minute presentation that provides an understanding of PMI (parents with mental illness) through family–based perspective. Describes the tertiary understanding of the impact of PMI on child development from ages 6- 18 years, and identifies possible family-based interventions with PMI.
Presenter: Fred Bowen, MA, Lasting Impressions Program Coordinator, Hull Child and Family Services
Children of Parents with Addiction Issues
(Available until June 2013)
A 26-minute presentation describing the impact that parental addiction has on children and youth. The presentation will help you recognize different roles and coping behaviours present in children and youth who have parents with addictions issues.
Presenter: Peter Churchill, MEd, Clinical Supervisor, Protection of Children Abusing Drugs (PChAD), Addiction and Mental Health, Alberta Health Services.
What Healthcare Professionals Need to Know When Working with Families who are Grieving
Working with Families who are Grieving
(Available until July 2013)
A 40-minute presentation providing information on recognizing clinical characteristics of normal grief vs complicated grief. The presentation will help to identify the prominent issues for suicide survivors including therapeutic interventions.
Presenters: Sharon Iversen RN, MC Education; Rev. Bob Glasgow, Greif Support Program, Calgary Zone
Anxious Children, Anxious Families
Part 1: Screening Anxiety in Children and Youth
(Available until July 2013)
A 24-minute presentation that will provide a greater understanding of anxiety disorders in childhood as they are expressed within the family, school, and other important social settings.
Presenter: Kelly Dean Schwartz, PhD, R.Psych, University of Calgary
Part 2: Separation Anxiety in Children and Parents
(Available until July 2013)
A 20-minute presentation that provides information on recognizing the specific symptoms of separation anxiety in children and adolescents. Understand how separation anxiety is exacerbated by both child and parent temperament and socialization practices.
Presenter: Kelly Dean Schwartz, PhD, R.Psych, University of Calgary
Part 3: The Intrusive Parent
(Available until July 2013)
A 26-minute presentation to help you understand the dynamics of parent-child relationships that contribute to childhood anxiety disorders.
Presenter: Kelly Dean Schwartz, PhD, R.Psych, University of Calgary
Managing Early Psychosis
Managing Early Psychosis
(Available until August 2013)
A 58- minute presentation describing psychosis with the help of case vignettes, and the importance of working with family members.
Presenter: R.E (Ron) Oswald MD, FRCPC, Clinical Co-Director, Edmonton Early Psychosis Intervention Clinic Assistant Clinical Professor, University of Alberta.
Perinatal and Post Partum Mood Disorders
Part 1: Effects of Post Partum Depression on Children
(Available until August 2013)
A 34-minute presentation describing the potential impact of post partum depression (PPD) on children. The presentation will identify the functional and contextual variables to consider in PPD.
Presenter: Carol Rupcich, RN, MN, Perinatal Mental Health Consultant, Alberta Health Services
Part 2: Effects of Perinatal Mood Disorders on Families
(Available until August 2013)
A 28-minute presentation providing information to recognize the continuum of perinatal mood disorders and the associated symptoms. Implement coping strategies to support women and their families.
Presenter: Honey Watts, MA, MCE
Managing Self-Harm
Managing Self-Harm
(Available until September 2013)
A 49-minute presentation to describe the etiology of and distinguish the differences in severity as it relates to self harm behavior. Describe intervention strategies and appropriately apply selective strategies to support individuals who self harm.
Presenters: Dr. Brad Dye, PhD, R.Psych, Hull Child and Family Services; Bryan Hume, Dip Child and Youth Care, Hull Child and Family Services.
FASD
Part 1: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
Part 2: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
(Available until September 2013)
A 54-minute presentation summarizing what is new in FASD management and describing the multigenerational effects of FASD. This presentation will examine the benefits of working in a multidisciplinary team and collaborating for assessment and diagnosis.
Presenter: Gail Ander MDCM, FRCPC, Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital, Alberta Health Services
Cognitive Behavioural Strategies
Cognitive Behavioural Strategies
(Available until October 2013)
A 60-minute presentation providing an understanding of what CBT is, how it was developed, and when it is appropriate to use CBT strategies.
Presenter: Cheryl Gilbert Mac Leod, PhD, R. Psych, Family Psychology Place, Calgary, Alberta
Learning Disabilities and Mental Health
Learning Disabilities and Mental Health
(Available until October 2013)
A 37-minute presentation providing a current definition of learning disabilities. Different types of common learning disabilities will be introduced. The presentation also discusses known causes of learning disabilities, the incidence and signs of learning disabilities at different stages.
Presnters: Kristin Morrison, MD, FRCPC, Pediatrician; Kathryn Burke, MA, Executive Director, Learning Disabilities Association of Alberta; Michele Pentyliuk, MEd, R.Psych, Learning Disabilities Association of Alberta.
Youth Suicide Prevention: Risk Assessment and Intervention
Youth Suicide Prevention
(Available until November 2013)
A 38-minute presentation provided to understand recent trends in suicidal behaviour among Canadian Youth. The presentation will help you to describe research informed risk and protective factors for suicide among youth. This presentation will also help you to recognize and respond to unique challenges in youth suicide prevention work.
Presenter: Jennifer White, EdD, Assistant Professor, School of Child and Youth Care, University of Victoria.
Social Skills Training
Teaching Social Skills
(Available until November 2013)
A 46-minute presentation to describe the Social Skills Training group conducted at CASA for children with DSM IV diagnosis and their parents, and the goals and techniques contained in this group. The presentation describes the skill needed to conduct social interaction training that will lead to positive outcomes.
Presenters: Robert Tang, PhD, R.Psych; Meaghan Arlette, BScN, MPsych; Priscilla Asamoah, BA; Phil Nadon, MD, FRCPC; CASA Child, Adolescent and Family Mental Health, Edmonton, Alberta
Its Not All in Your Head: Somatoform Disorders
Somatoform Disorders
(Available until December 2013)
A 40-minute presentation introducing the many areas of clinical interest involving body ailments and mental illness (Psychosomatic Medicine). The presentation will review various Somatoform disorder diagnoses and review the approaches to treating these disorders.
Presenter: Tyler Pirlot, MD, FRCPC, Pediatric Consultation Liaison Psychiatry, Alberta Children’s Hospital
Using Humour in Clinical Practice
Using Humour in Clinical Practice
(Available until December 2013)
A 42-minute presentation providing an understanding of the changing perception of laughter and humour and the evolution of the use of humour in clinical settings. The presentation will help you to recognize the differences between appropriate and inappropriate use of humour with child and youth client populations.
Presenter: Patricia Pitsel, PhD, Pitsel & Associates Ltd.
2009/2010 Archived Presentations
Mindfulness
Mindfulness
(Available until May 2012)
A 45-minute presentation describing the foundations of mindfulness, including the personal and professional benefits.
Presenters: Allan Donsky, MD, FRCPC Psychiatry, FRCPC Pediatrics, University of Calgary; Heather Good, MSW, RSW, Leadership Development and Individual/Corporate Team Coach.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: Not Your Everyday Anxiety
(Available until June 2012)
A 79-minute presentation describing what PTSD is, what causes it, and what differentiates it from other anxiety disorders. The presentation includes how to implement some basic coping strategies and resources to help support the young person’s healing.
Presenter: Lindsay Hope-Ross, M.Sc., R.Psych., Clinical Lead, Healthy Minds/Healthy Children Outreach Services, Alberta Health Services, Calgary Zone.
Torn Between Two Parents: Divorce Adjustment Reactions
Divorce Adjustment Reactions
(Available until June 2012)
A 32-minute presentation that explores the various effects of parental break-up on children and how these effects may present clinically. The presentation also provides simple interventions for common effects.
Presenters: Amanda Holowachuk, MA, R.Psych., Calgary Counselling Centre; Robbie Babins-Wagner, MSW, PhD (c), RSW, Calgary Counselling Centre.
It's a Family Affiar
It’s a Family Affair: Techniques for Engaging the Family
(Available until July 2012)
A 35-minute presentation describing Family Centered Care (FCC) and how to engage with parents while delivering quality patient care. The presentation also outlines the benefits of Family Centered Care and what it can look like in your day-to-day work.
Presenter: Dahlia Libin, MSW, RSW. Community Education Services, Alberta Health Services, Calgary Zone.
The Game That Never Ends
The Game That Never Ends: Dealing With Video Game Abuse
(Available until July 2012)
A 39-minute presentation describing the impact of video games on development and health, plus outlining features and risk factors of video games and related media.
Presenter: Peter Churchill, M.Ed. Clinical Supervisor, Protection of Children Abusing Drugs, Alberta Health Services, Calgary Zone.
I Hate My Body
I Hate My Body! Dealing with Problems of Body Image & Self- Concept (Available until August 2012)
A 45-minute presentation that describes red flags for body image and self concept concerns in children and adolescents. This presentation also discusses how to develop and apply interventions appropriately.
Presenter: Dianne Drummond, MSc, RD. Eating Disorders Prevention Specialist, Addiction and Mental Health, Alberta Health Services, Edmonton Zone.
Up in Smoke
Up in Smoke: Adolescent Substance Abuse
(Available until August 2012)
A 32-minute presentation that describes knowledge and skill in the area of tobacco use prevention, and offers strategies for reduction and cessation with young people.
Presenter: Kelsey Clark, B.HSc., Community Tobacco Reduction Counsellor, Youth Addiction Services, Alberta Health Services, Calgary Zone.
Scared Spitless
Part 1: Differentiating Anxiety Disorders
(Available until February 2012)
A 70-minute presentation describing when anxiety is “normal” versus “disordered,” common types of anxiety struggles, and general principles of treatment including when to consider medication.
Presenter: Dr. Megan Rodway, MD, FRCP(C), Clinical Medical Director, Mood and Anxiety Disorders Specialty Clinic, Child & Adolescent Addiction and Mental Health Program, Alberta Health Services, Calgary Zone.
Part 2: Anxiety Disorders in the Classroom
(Available until February 2012)
A 51-minute presentation describing the most common reasons why children and teens refuse/avoid school, and how anxiety disorders impact functioning in the classroom.
Presenter: Cheryl Gilbert MacLeod, Ph.D., The Family Psychology Place.
Hurting Homes: Screening and Assessing Domestic Abuse
Part 1: Hurting Homes
(Available until September 2012)
A 20-minute presentation describing the dynamics of domestic violence and abuse within our culturally diverse population, and how domestic violence and abuse are health and safety issues.
Presenter: Linda McCracken, RN. Domestic Violence Program Coordinator, Alberta Health Services, Calgary Zone.
Part 2: Children Exposed to Domestic Violence
(Available until September 2012)
A 32-minute presentation describing the research on children exposed to domestic violence, the impact and effects of exposure, and several interventions to assist children exposed to domestic violence.
Presenter: Leslie M. Tutty, PhD, Faculty of Social Work, University of Calgary.
ADHD- Adolescence Through Adulthood
ADHD- Adolescence Through Adulthood
(Available until October 2012)
An 18-minute presentation that describes the history of ADHD and outlines how to develop a treatment approach for the successful management of individuals and families with ADHD. It includes a discussion on how to use the rating scales for ADHD, and how to develop a consistent approach to the diagnosis of ADHD.
Presenter: Declan Quinn MD., FRCPC, Head, Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Department of Psychiatry, College of Medicine, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon Health Region.
Mental Health Stigma and Discrimination Is Worse
Than the Illness Itself
Part 1: Mental Health Stigma and Discrimination
(Available until October 2012)
A 28-minute presentation describing the social origins, impacts, and nature of mental health-related stigma and discrimination.
Presenter: Heather Stuart, PhD. Queen’s University.
Part 2: Mental Health Commission of Canada’s Anti-Stigma Campaign (Available until October 2012)
A 20-minute presentation that familiarizes the audience with child and youth mental health in Canada. The presentation will enhance awareness about the Mental Health Commission of Canada and the Anti-Stigma Anti-Discrimination Initiative.
Presenter: Dr. Simon Davidson, Chair, Child & Youth Advisory Committee, Mental Health Commission of Canada; Chief Strategic Planning Executive, Centre of Excellence for Child & Youth Mental Health at CHEO.
Part 3: The Family Perspective
(Available until October 2012)
A 20-minute presentation to help people consider that mental health challenges and stigma impact the whole family.
Presenter: Keli Anderson, Executive Director, The F.O.R.C.E. Society for Kids’ Mental Health.
Part 4: The Youth Perspective
(Available until October 2012)
A 14-minute presentation describing how self-stigma affects a youth’s reality, self-image, and his/her interactions with his/her social networks.
Presenter: Joe Leger, Mental Health Youth Worker, Youth with Lived Experience. Child and Youth Advisory Committee, Mental Health Commission of Canada.
Healer Heal Thyself: Coping with Vicarious Trauma
Part 1: Vicarious Trauma in Physicians
(Available until November 2012)
A 34-minute presentation that looks at the concept and implications of vicarious trauma. The presenter also explores the necessity of self-care, and the need for support for and by co- workers.
Presenter: Vincent Hanlon MD, CCFP (EM) Assessment Physician, Alberta Medical Association Physician & Family Support Program.
Part 2: Vicarious Trauma in Allied Health Professionals
(Available until November 2012)
An 8-minute presentation describing knowledge and awareness of burnout, or compassion fatigue, in practice, as well as how to recognize the symptoms of burnout/compassion fatigue.
Presenter: Jane M. Oxenbury, MEd., R.Psych.
Body Blues
The Relationship Between Mental Health and Physical Ailments
(Available until November 2012)
A 37-minute presentation that describes the many areas of clinical interest involving body ailments and mental illness, as well as the association between physical and psychiatric illnesses. Presenter: Dr. Tyler Pirlot MD, FRCPC. Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, Pediatric Consultation Liaison Psychiatry, Alberta Health Services, Calgary Zone.
Not Quite Grown Up and Nowhere to Go:
Transitioning Care From Adolescence Into Adulthood
Clinical Perspectives
(Available until December 2012)
A 21-minute presentation that discusses the importance of purposeful, practical planning for young adults with mental health concerns as they transition to adulthood. The presentation will foster an understanding of the different aspects of transition as it impacts these young adults.
Presenters: Amanda Richardson, M.C., RSW; Adriana Sorbo, M.A., R.Psych. Transitional Youth Services, Child & Adolescent Addiction and Mental Health Program, Alberta Health Services, Calgary Zone.
Sleep Problemz-z-z
Part 1: Practical Advice to Improve Childhood Insomnia
(Available until December 2012)
A 46-minute presentation describing normal and abnormal sleep patterns in childhood, and outlining the causes of childhood insomnia.
Presenter: Shelly K. Weiss, MD. Pediatric Neurology, Hospital for Sick Children, University of Toronto.
Part 2: The Trials and Tribulations of Teen Sleep
(Available until December 2012)
A 52-minute presentation discussing the pertinent challenges of adolescent sleep, and outlining the sleep disorders common in the adolescent population.
Presenters: Manisha Witmans, MD, FRCPC, DABSM, Rochelle Young RN, BA, BScN.
2008/2009 Archived Presentations
Narrative Strategies: An Approach for Working with Children.
Session: 1
(Available until September 2011)
A 15-minute presentation to discuss strategies found to be effective in working with children and adolescents.
Presenters: Sally St. George, PhD, MS, Associate Professor, Faculty of Social Work, University of Calgary
Dan Wulff, PhD, MSW, Associate Professor, Faculty of Social Work, University of Calgary
Session: 2
(Available until September 2011)
A 14-minute presentation to discuss strategies found to be effective in working with children and adolescents.
Presenters: Sally St. George, PhD, MS, Associate Professor, Faculty of Social Work, University of Calgary
Dan Wulff, PhD, MSW, Associate Professor, Faculty of Social Work, University of Calgary
Session: 3
(Available until September 2011)
A 17-minute presentation to discuss strategies found to be effective in working with children and adolescents.
Presenters: Sally St. George, PhD, MS, Associate Professor, Faculty of Social Work, University of Calgary
Dan Wulff, PhD, MSW, Associate Professor, Faculty of Social Work, University of Calgary
Session: 4
(Available until September 2011)
A 8-minute presentation to discuss strategies found to be effective in working with children and adolescents
Presenters: Sally St. George, PhD, MS, Associate Professor, Faculty of Social Work, University of Calgary
Dan Wulff, PhD, MSW, Associate Professor, Faculty of Social Work, University of Calgary
Behavioural Issues & Oppositional Defiant Disorders
Presentation 1: Behavioural Issues & Oppositional Defiant Disorders
(Available until July 2011)
A 61-minute presentation to increase knowledge & skills in the provision of interventions for behavioural issues & oppositional defiant behaviour in children & adolescents.
Presenter: Peter Baylis, PhD(c), RSW, Clinical Supervisor, Bow Valley Mental Health & Addiction Services
Sexual Identity & Gender Diversity
Presentation 1: Respecting Sexual Diversity & Gender Differences
(Available until July 2011)
A 38-minute presentation to increase the ability to respond to children & adolescents where issues of sexual diversity & gender differences arise.
Presenter: Jeny Mathews-Thusoo, MSc, Sean Alley, BA., Alberta Society for the Promotion of Sexual Health
Presentation 2: Early Sexual Development & Differentiation
(Available until July 2011)
A 23-minute presentation to increase practical knowledge of embryonic, foetal and post-natal sexual differentiation & development including gender identity and sexual orientation.
Presenter: Dr. Ian Kroll, MD, LMCC, LGM, FRCPC, DABPN(P), Associate Clinical Professor, University of Calgary
Managing Co-occurring Disorders: Substance Abuse & Mental Health
Presentation 1: Substance Abuse & Mental Health
(Available until August 2011)
A 39-minute presentation to increase knowledge of the clinical presentation of Substance- Related Disorders and have greater confidence in applying evidence-based modalities in the treatment of SRD.
Presenter: Dr. Charl Els, M.B. ChB., F.C. Psych, M.Med Psych, A.S.A.M., M.R.O. Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Psychiatry, University of Alberta
Bipolar Disorder & ADHD: Separated at Birth or Together Forever?
Presentation 1: Bipolar Disorder & ADHD: Separated at Birth or Together Forever
(Available until August 2011)
A 46-minute presentation to describe the clinical features that differentiate these disorders. To outline the features that are common to both, and know how to tease these apart by taking a careful history.
Presenter: Dr. Allan Donsky, MD FRCPC Psychiatry, FRCPC Pediatrics, Division of Child Psychiatry, University of Calgary
Early Psychosis
Presentation 1: Early Psychosis
(Available until September 2011)
A 46-minute presentation about the assessment and treatment of psychosis and to reduce the stigma associated with psychosis.
Presenters: Tom Ko, MSW, RSW, Dr. Chris Wilkes, ChB, MPhil, DCH, MRCP, FRCPC, Division Chief, Alberta Children’s Hospital
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: Symptom Recognition & Treatment Presentation 1: Identifying & Treating Childhood Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
(Available until September 2011)
A 25-minute presentation diagnosing OCD in children and adolescents
Presenter: Dr. Greg Schoepp, PhD, RPsych, Univeristy of Alberta/Stollery Children’s Hospital
Presentation 2: Identifying & Treating Childhood Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
(Available until September 2011)
A 33-minute presentation overview of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) treatment for childhood OCD
Presenter: Dr. Greg Schoepp, PhD, RPsych, Univeristy of Alberta/Stollery Children’s Hospital
Self-Injurious Behaviour
Self-Injurious Behaviour
(Available until October 2011)
A 46-minute presentation to increase knowledge of treatment interventions for self-injurious behaviours.
Presenter: Bill Hanec, MSW, RSW, Family Therapist, Young Adult Program
Asperger's Syndrome: Assessment & Intervention
Asperger’s Syndrome: Assessment & Intervention
(Available Until October 2011)
A 53-minute presentation to increase knowledge and strategies for supporting children and families affected by Asperger Syndrome.
Presenter: Gary Hnatko, MD FRCPC, Psychiatrist, Director, Division of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, University of Alberta.
Parental Mental Illness:Impacts & Strategies for Working with Children
Parental Mental Illness Presentation
(Available until November 2011)
A 32-minute presentation to provide beginner understanding of the complex issue of parental mental illness and the impact of parental mental illness on child development from birth to five years.
Presenter: Carol Rupcich, RN, MN, Marlene O’Neil-Laberge, MSW, RSW.
Grieving Children: Understanding & Helping Them
Part 1: How to Care: What to Say
Presentation 1 A
(Available until November 2011)
A 24-minute presentation to increase understanding of grief theories as they apply to bereavement experiences, significance of time of death, styles of grieving and the ongoing nature of grief.
Presenter: Bev Berg, BSW, RSW, CT, Megan Miller, MSW, RSW, Grief Support Coordinators, Pediatric Palliative Care & Grief Support Services.
Part 1: How to Care: What to Say
Presentation 1 B
(Available until November 2011)
A 32-minute presentation to increase understanding of grief theories as they apply to bereavement experiences, significance of time of death, styles of grieving and the ongoing nature of grief.
Presenter: Bev Berg, BSW, RSW, CT, Megan Miller, MSW, RSW, Grief Support Coordinators, Pediatric Palliative Care & Grief Support Services.
Part 2: Helping & Understanding Grieving Children
Presentation Part 2
(Available until November 2011)
A 29-minute presentation to increase ability to differentiate between children’s healthy & complicated grief. To provide support and tools to for use when dealing with grieving children and teenagers.
Presenter: Nadine Gariepy-Fisk, MA RPT, Community Hopsice, Family Counsell
