Understanding Anxiety

Occasional anxiety is an expected part of life. But anxiety disorders involve more than temporary worry. An accessible guide to understanding what causes anxiety disorders and the types of anxiety, their symptoms, common misconceptions, and how relationships are impacted. Discuss co-occurring disorders, treatment options, and learn practical tips for managing symptoms and helping others with a licensed therapist.

This webinar is at 12:00pm – 1:00pm.

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2022 Iowa Drug Endangered Children Conference

The 2022 Iowa Drug Endangered Children Conference will be held in-person on Monday, April 11, 2022 at Prairie Meadows in Altoona!

Featured keynote speakers will include Dr. Ira Chasnoff and Jermaine Galloway!

A detailed agenda and registration information will be sent out early in 2022. It will also be posted here: Registration/info

Epilepsy Foundation: Seizure Recognition & First Aid Certification– in Spanish

About The Seizure First Aid Certification Training-
The 90-minute Seizure Recognition and First Aid Certification is a formal training offered by the Epilepsy Foundation that teaches people:

* How to recognize signs of a seizure
* How to respond with proper seizure first aid
* When to call for help.

Register for the webinar in Spanish

Ask an expert: Removed from the classroom – Legal rights of students on IEP’S

Nathan from Disability Rights Iowa (DRI) will share what are the rights of students on IEP’s that are removed from the classroom. He will provide what are the legal rights for IEP students on shortened days along with suspension and expulsion.

This zoom meeting will go from 12:00-1:00 pm.

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Understanding Dissociation and Dissociative Disorders

Dissociation changes your sense of time and identity, and makes people feel disconnected from their thoughts, feelings, and memories. It’s is a normal phenomenon that most people experience at some point, though some will develop a dissociative disorder that requires treatment. Explore the types of dissociative disorders, their symptoms, prevalence, causation, and how they’re treated with a licensed therapist.

This webinar is from 12:00-1:00 pm.

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Talking to Children about Mental Illness

Children are curious about their environment and the people around them. How do we answer their questions related to mental health? Learn how help children understand what mental illness is and is not, and how to answer their questions in this one-hour session with a licensed therapist.

This webinar is from 12:00-1:00 pm.

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Understanding Narcissistic Personality Disorder

12:00pm – 1:00pm

People often label others as narcissists without having a clear understanding what this diagnosis really means. Separate myths and facts and explore the signs and symptoms, prevalence, and treatment of this often-misunderstood diagnosis. Learn practical tips to manage symptoms and support loved ones with a licensed therapist.

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Understanding Personality Disorders

12:00pm- 1:00pm

Personality describes everything about you, and personality disorders can be challenging to manage. In addition to dealing with the illness itself, people often struggle with the myths and stigma surrounding personality disorders. Explore the categories of personality disorders, their symptoms, causes, and treatment. Learn practical tips for managing symptoms and supporting others with a licensed therapist.

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Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder

12:00pm – 1:00pm

Do the winter months get you down more than you think they should? Explore the signs and symptoms of seasonal affective disorder, how to know when it’s time to see a doctor, and what treatment options are available. Includes practical tips for managing symptoms and supporting loved ones who are struggling.

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