Jun 21, 2021
Helping Families Navigate Their Child’s Mental Well-Being and Safety
Susan Tellone, RN, BS, CSN, MSN Clinical Director, Society for the Prevention of Teen Suicide The resulting public health concerns stemming from the COVID19 pandemic are the high levels of anxiety and depression. A recent report on the state of mental health in the US released by a national mental health organization reports that 60% of youth with depression did not receive any mental health treatment. It is well documented that depression is a primary…
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Apr 06, 2020
Staying Focused And Grounded During Quarantine
Staying Focused and Grounded During Quarantine: An Open Letter From a School Counselor Hello, everyone! I am Jenna Cavadas, the Student Assistant Counselor at Ocean Township High School. I have students who participate in SPTS Youth Council as members and I wanted to share some helpful tools and resources as we all experience new and trying times due to the Coronavirus. As many of us dive into virtual learning for the first time, it is…
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Mar 18, 2020
March Madness or Sadness: Dealing with disappointment due to Coronavirus cancellations
How can we help our children deal with disappointments due to Coronavirus Cancellations? By Susan Tellone, RN, BSN, CSN, MSN During this Coronavirus outbreak, a majority of what l I keep hearing on social media are the disappointments of children and their parents as events are canceled due to social distancing to try and keep the spread of this virus limited. We are certainly in a new day and with it comes so much adjustment…
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Mar 16, 2020
Keep Calm and Carry On: Taking care of our fears in the midst of Coronavirus
The Corona virus has created such a sense of uncertainty, it is a natural response to feel increased anxiety and fear during these difficult times. However, it is not helpful to think in terms of worst case scenarios as it contributes to worry and a sense of dread. We must stay focused on self-care and safety. Now is a time to practice mindfulness, positive affirmations and self-talk. We need to come together for the common…
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