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Adolescent substance use is evolving, and so are the ways providers respond. IU School of Medicine researchers are advancing evidence-based strategies in Indiana, such as integrating behavioral health support into primary care, to help teens reduce use and strengthen family support systems: https://bit.ly/4nWd9J6

Learn how one pediatric primary care clinic implemented Collaborative Care Management to transform pediatric mental health support—demonstrating the model’s real-world impact. 📄 Read the success story in our latest white paper: https://mgln.info/4mUhhc0

Buckner Children and Family Services strengthens Texas families through our community Family Hope Centers along with MIECHV funded home visiting programs, which provide evidence-based support for parents and young children in high needs communities across the state. A new study through the Administration for Children & Families (ACF) is taking a closer look at how states are implementing and enhancing these models to improve outcomes for children and families. This work highlights the importance of strong, evidence-based practices in prevention and early support, ensuring families have the tools they need to thrive. We are eager to see how these home visiting programs contribute to our family strengthening continuum for our families who need more intensive in-home support.

Barriers to seeking #MentalHealthCare - like stigma, time constraints, and fear - can lead to #burnout, #depression, and even thoughts of suicide among residents and fellows. This #SuicidePreventionMonth, explore practical strategies to support learners in this article from the #ACGME #WellBeing team, published in the June 2024 issue of the Journal of Graduate Medical Education. https://ow.ly/vQQ450X408r Together we can build a culture of care. #MedEd #PhysicianWellBeing #GME

Recognizing the crucial role social workers play in addressing prenatal substance exposure, NASW and the NASW Foundation have partnered with the Health Behavior Research and Training Institute (HBRT) at the University of Texas at Austin’s Steve Hicks School of Social Work to participate in the Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) National Partner Network. Read more in the NASW Social Work Advocates magazine, https://lnkd.in/gUnAMTCH -

Check out AccessMatters’ Adolescent Health Initiative inaugural impact report released earlier today! The report recaps the project’s achievements in the second year of the grant. The Adolescent Health Initiative, launched in 2023, works to provide youth in Philadelphia with educational and health resources while working towards increased access to adolescent care. Through this work, AccessMatters reached over 900 youth and 85 parents in the second year of the Adolescent Health Initiative. Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/eqy43fyf

This week is International Adolescent Health Week 🎉 with the theme: “Thriving Inside and Out: Strengthening Adolescent Physical and Mental Health.”  In MARCH, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, U. of London’s Centre for Maternal, Adolescent, Reproductive, and Child Health 👉 we are engaged in research and teaching to improve both the physical and mental health of young people. 👉 Staff across three faculties engage in multidisciplinary research to understand the challenges faced by young people, and to design, implement and evaluate interventions to help adolescents reach their full potential. Find out more about the MARCH Centre research here: https://lnkd.in/eqb7reR5 https://lnkd.in/ekzttPES

A new study of seven Oregon organizations identifies 14 key functions that define effective, whole-person care for pregnant people with substance use disorder. The findings highlight how interdisciplinary teams combining medical, behavioral health & support services work together to provide coordinated, patient-centered care. https://lnkd.in/efkP64UZ Deborah Cohen, Oregon Health & Science University, Maria Danna, Andrea Baron, Camille Cioffi, Ph.D., Viviane Cahen

💬 "A simplistic binary response – either unrestricted access or outright bans – fails to account for the complex interplay of benefits and risks these platforms have for young people, the heterogeneity of young people’s experiences and preferences, and the range of potential policy actions available." Association for Child & Adolescent Mental Health (ACAMH) Cassie Redlich, Ledia Lazëri, Jason Maurer, Jennifer Hall & Natasha Azzopardi Muscat join the debate on Social media in children and young people – time for a ban? Arguing that the debate must move beyond bans and simple binaries. Their response builds on the recent WHO Regional Office for Europe, Digital Transformations for Health Lab and Ministerstwo Zdrowia (Ministry of Health Poland) Policy Brief: the digital determinants of youth mental health and well-being, which advocates for a more nuanced evidence-informed approach that both empowers young people and their parents and holds social media platforms to account. Find the full policy brief here 👉 https://lnkd.in/g_H3J6Va And detailed review findings 👉 https://lnkd.in/gBWaKBs4 Read more here 👇 Ananya Choyal I Louise Holly I Padmini Vishwanath I Ilona Kickbusch I Aferdita Bytyqi

Words have power. How we talk about Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (#FASD) directly impacts individuals and families, shaping perceptions and access to support. Stigmatizing language can create barriers, but thoughtful, person-first language can build bridges to understanding and inclusion. We can all be part of the solution. The Language and Stigma Guide provides best practices for clinicians, educators, caregivers, advocates, and anyone who wants to communicate about FASD with dignity and respect. Ready to learn more? Download the free guide today and help us create a more supportive community. 🔗 Find the guide at: https://lnkd.in/g3gx9c4d Image Description: An image with a textured blue background features a smiling female healthcare professional with glasses, wearing a white coat and a stethoscope. A title at the top reads, "Language and Stigma Guide Best Practices," and a speech bubble next to the health care professional says, "How we talk about FASD matters." At the bottom, a button includes the text, "Find out more at: https://lnkd.in/g3gx9c4d" #LanguageMatters #EndStigma #FASD #FetalAlcoholSpectrumDisorder #DisabilityAdvocacy #Inclusion #PersonFirstLanguage #Healthcare #Education #SocialWork #Health #Wellness #FASDAwareness #FASDAware #FASDInformed #FASDTrained #FASDCommunity #StampOutStigma #MaternalHealth #DisabilityAwareness