The STAR Conference is dedicated to addressing the critical issue of child and adolescent suicide through a comprehensive program that includes keynote presentations, workshops, and skill development sessions. Attendees will gain insights into best practices for supporting students returning to school following suicide-related crises, and explore restorative practice models in schools. The conference also emphasizes the importance of understanding the impact of adversity and trauma on youth, providing a platform for professionals to enhance their skills and knowledge in mental health support.
Mental Health Conferences
2025 Annual Services for Teens at Risk (STAR) Suicide Prevention Conference
The 2025 Annual Services for Teens at Risk (STAR) Suicide Prevention Conference is a virtual event focusing on suicide prevention for teens and young children. Hosted by the UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital, it aims to provide practical guidelines for clinical and educational settings.
Conference Overview
Some quick details about this conference.
Time and Place
Maybe the most important details of the conference.
Conference Date: May 09, 2025
Event Format: virtual
Conference Organizer
This organization is hosting this conference.
UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital
The STAR Center is a suicide prevention program for teens and young children, providing outpatient assessment and treatment for depressed and anxious children and teens. It offers training opportunities and contributes to research on child and adolescent suicide.
Registration Fees
How much does this conference cost?
| Cost | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| $1.00 | General | Standard registration fee for the conference. |
See the conference's actual website for more details around these fees, as sometimes they can be more complicated.
Schedule and Agenda
It's important to know what is planned.
The conference begins at 8:30 AM with keynote presentations by Dr. Marisa Marraccini, Dr. Rachel Vaughn-Coaxum, and Dr. James Huguley. After a lunch break, attendees can participate in skill development workshops, selecting one from Group 1 and one from Group 2. The event concludes at 3:30 PM.
Notable Speakers
These folks will be speaking at the conference.
Dr. Marisa Marraccini
Donald and Justeen Tarbet Distinguished Scholar, Associate Professor of School Psychology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Dr. Rachel Vaughn-Coaxum
Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.
Dr. James Huguley
Associate Professor, University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work.
CEU Details
Here's information on Continuing Education Units (or CEUs).
The conference offers 5.25 APA credits, 5.00 ASWB credits, and 5.25 attendance credits. It also fulfills requirements for Certified Peer Specialist continuing education.
Other Links and Information
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