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Talking About Tough Topics with Friends (with Partner NAMI)

Grades 7-12
2024-07-18 15:30:00 2024-07-18 16:30:00 America/Chicago Talking About Tough Topics with Friends (with Partner NAMI) Learn how to sensitively guide and support friends during a mental health challenge. Downers Grove Public Library - Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100)

Thursday, July 18
3:30pm - 4:30pm

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Downers Grove Public Library

Meeting Room Both (Max Capacity 100)

Learn how to sensitively guide and support friends during a mental health challenge.

Don’t miss these engaging conversations designed to support teens in learning about, understanding, and managing their social, emotional, and mental health.

Part of the Teen Life: Conversations with NAMI series, this presentation addresses how to recognize the signs your friend is struggling with their mental health and what changes you may notice in them. It will also discuss healthy vs. unhealthy coping mechanisms, how to talk to a friend you think might be in crisis, the warning signs of suicidal ideation, and how to broach tough topics with friends. 

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Middle School | High School |

EVENT TYPE: | Workshops & Discussion Groups | Social Services | Registration Required | In-Person Program |

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