Social Media Impacts our Teenagers – Tuesday May 6
The rise in negative social media behaviour (e.g. cyberbullying, “sexting”) can have a devastating impact on our teens. Lutherwood and Waterloo Regional Police Service present information about social media, the law, and how you can monitor and minimize its impact on your teen. - Cst Jennifer Priebe, WRPS and Sandy Zinger, Lutherwood.
Teen Suicide and Self-Harming Behaviour – Wednesday May 7
Teenagers face intense, painful and sometimes overwhelming emotions that can lead to self-harming and suicidal thoughts and behaviours. Waterloo Region Suicide Prevention Council will help participants understand the differences and learn how they can address these challenges. – Hendrike Isert-Bender, Interfaith Community Counselling Centre.
Managing Anxiety in Children and Teens – Thursday May 8
Anxiety is one of the most common mental health difficulties in children and teens. Learn about anxiety, how to identify it, and effective strategies to help caregivers and youth manage it. – Karen Macleod, Psychologist. Lutherwood; Cynthia Miller and Kevin Dobing, Child and Youth Counsellors, Lutherwood.
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