Resources for Talking about Child Sexual Abuse

Posted on: 02.14.2020

Recent news headlines in Anchorage have many asking about how best to speak with children about sexual abuse. The Alaska Child Trauma Center at ACMHS is a member of the National Child Traumatic Stress Network, which provides thorough information and advice through their website. Here are some specific links: What Parents Need to Know About

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Parenting 101: Setting Limits on Technology – Free Class in Anchorage!

Posted on: 10.29.2019

With easy access to hand-held electronics, it can be tough for caregivers to set and enforce limits with their tweens and teens. In this free introductory class, Parenting with Love & Limits Program Manager Meghan Magone will present some technological solutions, but mostly she'll spend time on the relationship aspects of limit-setting. There

Bringing Trauma-Informed Care to Fairbanks Schools

Posted on: 10.09.2019

The Alaska Child Trauma Center is pleased to announce a new partnership with the State of Alaska Department of Education and Early Development to expand mental health services in Fairbanks schools for children who have experienced trauma. The goal of the five year demonstration project is to develop a statewide model for delivering mental health

Fall Teen Group: Mind. Body. Balance.

Posted on: 09.03.2019

Starting September 25, ACMHS will offer a new group for teens focusing on feeling identification, body modulation, competency, stress education and management, mind/body connection, mindfulness, and yoga. Group will meet Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:30, September 25 through November 20 (no group on October 23) in the U-Med district at our Folker

Earthquakes: Resources for Families & Individuals

Posted on: 12.05.2018

The November 30, 2018 earthquake and resulting damage may be causing anxiety or other feelings that are a natural response to traumatic events. These resources may be helpful. National Child Traumatic Stress Network – https://www.nctsn.org/what-is-child-trauma/trauma-types/disasters/earthquake-resources USGS Earthquake ABC’s