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CUSD & Hoag Speaker Series

Capistrano Unified School District and Hoag Hospital have partnered to host a series of events titled “Helping Teens and Families Navigate Mental Health and Wellness,” featuring discussions on a variety of topics that impact today’s young people. Each presentation will conclude with a panel of teen mental health experts from ASPIRE at Hoag to answer audience questions.
 
ASPIRE (After School Programs for Interventions and Resiliency Education) at Hoag is designed to help young people experiencing emotional and neurobehavioral problems, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and other symptoms related to mental health. For information on the HOAG Aspire program, visit the webpage. Offices in Irvine and Newport Beach.
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PAST EVENTS:

CUSD + HOAG Mental Health Webinar Available Online
PAST EVENTS:

April 28, 2022: The CUSD + HOAG webinar on student mental health and chemical dependency is now available to watch on demand on YouTube. Dr. Sina Safahieh presents information and resources for families on chemical dependency issues in teenagers and young adults.
 
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PAST EVENTS:

Tuesday, December 15, 2020: How to Keep your Family Healthy During the Holidays
 
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PAST EVENTS:

PAST EVENTS:

Wednesday, February 26, 2020: Self Harm and Suicide
 
Watch the full video of this powerful discussion with mental health experts from ASPIRE at Hoag
on our YouTube channel, linked here.
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PAST EVENTS:

11/13/19: Identifying Substance Abuse Disorders and Vaping Dangers

WHO: Featured Speaker: Steven Ey, MD

Panelists:
Sina Safahieh, MD
Prerna Rao, LMFT
Dave Cook, LMFT
 
TOPICS:
The common warning signs of teen drug and alcohol use
Dangers of vaping
How to approach the topic with youth
What resources are available if help is needed. 
 
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PAST EVENTS:

9/11/19: Gaming, Social Media and Mental Wellness

WHO: Featured Speaker: Sina Safahieh, MD
Panelists:
Prerna Rao, LMFT
Valeri Trazise, LMFT
 
TOPICS:
Psychological effects of excessive gaming and social media
Signs for concern

The impact technology has on adolescent behavior and brain development
Ways to help youth
 
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