The Youth Mental Health Conference is a premier event focusing on the mental health needs of young people. It offers insights into the latest research, innovative supports, and best practices for mental health professionals, educators, and caregivers. Attendees can expect keynote presentations, workshops, and an exhibitor hall. The conference will address the impact of social media on youth mental health, featuring keynotes like 'The Clock is TikToking' by Jessica Hamilton, PhD, and a plenary session with Dr. Christine Crawford. Participants will receive toolkits with resources to support youth mental health.
Mental Health Conferences
Youth Mental Health Conference
The Youth Mental Health Conference, organized by NAMI Keystone Pennsylvania, will be held on February 7, 2025, at The Westin Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, PA. This event focuses on mental health issues affecting children, adolescents, and transition age youth.
Conference Overview
Some quick details about this conference.
Time and Place
Maybe the most important details of the conference.
Conference Date: February 07, 2025
Location: The Westin Pittsburgh
City/State: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Address: 1000 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Event Format: in-person
Conference Organizer
This organization is hosting this conference.
NAMI Keystone Pennsylvania
NAMI Keystone Pennsylvania is dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness through support, education, and advocacy.
Email: slsteinberg@namikeystonepa.org
Phone: 412-366-3788
Schedule and Agenda
It's important to know what is planned.
The conference will feature keynote presentations, two workshop sessions, and a plenary session. Workshops cover topics such as intergenerational trauma, youth changemakers, and trauma-informed care.
Notable Speakers
These folks will be speaking at the conference.
Jessica Hamilton, PhD
Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, focusing on social media and teen suicide risk.
Dr. Christine Crawford
Associate Medical Director at NAMI, child psychiatrist, and author of 'You Are Not Alone for Parents and Caregivers'.
CEU Details
Here's information on Continuing Education Units (or CEUs).
Continuing Education Credits and Act 48 Credits will be offered to attendees.
Hotel Information
You need somewhere to stay! (Unless you live relatively close.)
The Westin Pittsburgh offers a special event rate of $199.00 per night for conference attendees. The booking period is from February 6 to February 7, 2025, with the last day to book being January 10, 2025.
Sponsorship, Exhibitor, and Advertising Opportunities
If you're an organization that wants to contribute to this event, here are some details.
Various marketing opportunities are available, including sponsorships, exhibitor tables, and ad placements in the virtual conference program book. For more details, visit the Sponsorship Details, Exhibitor Information, and Place an Ad pages.
Other Links and Information
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