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American Psychiatric Association (APA) Releases DSM-5 Today

Posted on May 20, 2013 by dshaw

After 14 years of development, APA today released the fifth edition of its Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), incorporating nearly 20 years of scientific advances and clinical experiences since the manual’s last revision in 1994. DSM-5 is available in a print edition … Continue reading →

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Part Time job opening for Parents raising or have raised a child with behavioral health challenges.

Posted on May 17, 2013 by dshaw

The Federation of Families of South Carolina provides information, training and support to parents of children and adolescents with mental health needs. We currently have a part time outreach position open.  As a parent to parent organization, the primary criteria … Continue reading →

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2013 National Topical Webinar Series

Posted on May 17, 2013 by dshaw

We invite you to sign up and participate in the continuation of the 2013 National Topical Webinar Series. The National Technical Assistance Center for Children’s Mental Health, at the Georgetown University Center for Child and Human Development, is again sponsoring this … Continue reading →

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Youth M.O.V.E Network Meeting

Posted on February 11, 2013 by jstitham

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Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

Posted on January 23, 2013 by jstitham

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Parent Kris Rife, the Co Chair  of South Carolina Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Disorder collaborative shares information with Tessa Spencer of ABC 4 Low Country Live. Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Low Country LIVE

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Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week Poster Contest

Posted on January 16, 2013 by jstitham

Winner of the 2013 Children’s Mental Health Awareness Poster Contest is: Congratulations to the Crosswell Elementary School!!!

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Elizabeth Smart, Keynote speaking at the 23rd Annual National Federation of Families

Posted on January 16, 2013 by jstitham

From the 23rd Annual National Federation Conference Elizabeth Smart Did you miss Elizabeth Smart, our keynote, give her inspirational speech of resilience at the 23rd Annual National Federation conference? Watch it in it’s entirety above. Now in 720p (HD)!

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Executive Director of the National Federation Visits the White House, Advocating on Behalf of Children, Youth, and Families

Posted on January 16, 2013 by jstitham

Sandra Spencer, Executive Director for the National Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health, met at the White House yesterday with Vice President Biden’s task force on gun control to ensure that the issue goes beyond just gun control.  President … Continue reading →

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Just Like You- Free Creative Arts Workshop

Posted on January 9, 2013 by jstitham

Creative Arts Workshops for Youth, Ages 12-25!

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Drug Treatment Courts offer hope for youth…

Posted on January 2, 2013 by jstitham

Drug Treatment Courts Offer Hope for Youth Related Articles View From the Administrator: Diverting Youth from the Juvenile Justice System Youth Trauma and Justice Resources The young Californians served by the Monterey County Health Department’s Hope for Youth/Esperanza para los … Continue reading →

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