The September CASA Book Club will meet at the Papillion Public Library South Meeting Room on Friday, September 19, at 10:00 AM to discuss "Helpless" by Marianne Marsh. Mark your calendar and join us. Reading the book and joining the discussion will earn 3 of the 12 Continuing Education hours required for this year! If you are unable to join but
Did you know trauma can change the human brain? Trauma is not just a buzzword; it’s the key to understanding certain human behaviors. Its effects are far-reaching, but learning to recognize its trademarks will help you unshackle yourself and others from unhealthy behaviors and outcomes. Join us as we learn how to recognize trauma, understand
When it comes to recognizing and addressing trauma and trauma-related disorders, it’s important to separate fact from fiction. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for example, is often associated exclusively with the horrors of war, but it’s a myth that only veterans of combat develop the condition. In reality, PTSD can impact anyone who has witnessed or
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a very common developmental disability, impacting one in 54 children. What is true for one child with autism may not be true for another, as the spectrum varies in its severity. While it is a lifelong condition, its social, communicative, and behavioral challenges—and needs—may vary as time progresses. Click here
This course is for adults who interact with young people, helping them understand mental illness in young people and how to help. Mental Health First Aid USA teaches participants how to help someone who is developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. The evidence behind the program demonstrates that it helps
