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Managing Difficult Conversations & Situations
A collection of programs, helpful news articles and external resources to support individuals, families and communities faced with difficult conversations on sensitive issues.
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RELAX: Alternatives to Anger
Alternatives to Anger helps adults, parents, and caregivers understand and manage anger and stress, and develop the communication and problem solving skills needed for healthy relationships.
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Communicating Through Conflict
Communicating through Conflict workshops provide participants with tools and techniques to handle heated situations and interpersonal conflict more effectively.
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Mental Health First Aid
When someone’s in distress, a quick and compassionate response is just as important for mental health as it is physical health. Mental Health First Aid teaches participants how to help people who may be experiencing a mental health problem or crisis.
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Managing Farm Stress
Taking care of crops and animals is hard on farmers and agribusiness professionals. Caring for your own health and wellness in this high-stress profession is often overlooked but is just as critical as caring for your farm business.
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Kea Norrell-Aitch
Healthy Living Educator, Youth and Teen Mental Health First Aid Coordinator
kea@msu.edu
586-469-6264
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How to Support Survivors of Suicide Attempts
Published on November 7, 2018
In Michigan, one person dies by suicide every seven hours. For every suicide death, there are 25 attempts. As a concerned family member, friend or community member, what can you do to support suicide attempt survivors? -
Mentoring – Part 6: Setting boundaries
Published on December 31, 2012
Successful mentoring relationships are linked to positive youth outcomes. Explore tips for setting boundaries with mentees. -
Young children and the news: How much is too much?
Published on December 12, 2014
Be aware, your children are watching and listening. -
When boundaries are crossed
Published on July 29, 2016
What to do if someone crosses the line and makes you feel disrespected or uncomfortable. -
Helping children build resiliency amidst trauma and pain
Published on November 2, 2015
Eight steps that build resilience in the face of trauma, pain and stress. -
Supporting kids who have experienced bullying issues
Published on August 26, 2015
Pay attention to what kids say – and don’t say – about bullying situations and be prepared to provide help and support. -
Support youth as they seek time for themselves
Published on September 28, 2016
Youth can often feel overwhelmed or frustrated and need time to themselves. Learn how we can best support them. -
Help young children deal with media reports of violence in the news
Published on November 25, 2015
Recent scary news events in the news may seem real to a preschooler. Be available to talk and listen. -
Be prepared to talk to youth about the news
Published on December 7, 2015
Taking the time to have a conversation with youth about what is happening in the news will help them better understand what they are seeing and hearing. -
Tips for setting boundaries
Published on January 5, 2018
Boundaries allow us to cope with the realities of life, find balance and happiness, and keep our priorities in check. -
The power of reconnecting with a sense of goodness
Published on December 27, 2017
No matter what disturbance is gripping your mind, there is a level of peace you can tap into when you connect with your soul. -
Forgiveness: The impacts of an apology
Published on May 8, 2017
Forgiveness can be difficult to navigate and so can apologizing. Learn how to apologize and the benefits of apologizing. -
Talking to youth about the Manchester bombing
Published on June 1, 2017
How do you talk to children and youth about world events like the Manchester bombing? -
Five components necessary for successful change
Published on July 5, 2013
When just one of these components is missing - confusion, anxiety, resistance, frustration or repetition occur – instead of change. -
Helping children through grief and loss
Published on July 20, 2016
Children cope with grief and loss differently than adults. It is important to understand their feelings and thoughts and help them through difficult times.
