PODCAST: Supporting & Understanding Children's Mental Health
Alexander Jewish Family Service's Community Intervention Specialist Gittel Francis, LMSW, featured on Everything Chinuch podcast
Alexander Jewish Family Service's Community Intervention Specialist Gittel Francis, LMSW, featured on Everything Chinuch podcast
Alexander Jewish Family Service's Community Intervention Specialist Gittel Francis, LMSW, featured on Everything Chinuch podcast
This MEF parent webinar, moderated by Rabbi Mendy Levin, features Mrs. Gittel Francis, LCSW, and Mrs. Gitty Meyers, LCSW, discussing how to recognize and address anxiety and depression in children and teens. They discuss common signs, differentiating stress from serious concerns, and major stressors kids face today.
The presenters share strategies for fostering open communication, building resilience, and avoiding common parenting confusions. They also discuss when to seek professional help, treatment options, and best practices for disclosing mental health concerns to schools and camps. Lastly, they emphasize collaboration between parents, educators, and administrators to support struggling children.
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