This event features local experts: Mary Ann O’Garro, Senior Epidemiologist at Thurston County Public Health and Social Services; and Scott Hanauer, Clinical Director of Family Education and Support Services and Retired CEO of Community Youth Services.
Mary Ann and Scott will discuss the youth mental health crisis occurring now in Thurston County, and will address:
- Improving Community Awareness
- Addressing Disproportionality
- Identifying Risk Factors and Warning Signs
- Talking About Issues Such As Depression, Anxiety, and Suicide
- Understanding Resilience and How to Build It
This event is free and open to the public.