The nature of today's cultural issues greatly intensify pressure on youth as they attempt to navigate the biological changes and emotional chaos of adolescence. Young people deserve clear, evidence-based messages of truth.
These 60-90 minute webinars delivered by SRA experts will help you confidently empower youth to cut through the confusion with science-based information that promotes optimal holistic health and thriving.
For the sake of youth - Stay sharp. Get the edge!
Upcoming Webinars
REGISTRATION OPEN
JUNE 13, 2023, 2-3:30PM ET
Boys, Girls, & the Science of Sex Differences
What We Know and Why It Matters
Presented by physician, psychologist, and best-selling author, Dr. Leonard Sax, MD, PhD
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Dr. Leonard Sax is a practicing family physician and psychologist as well as a best-selling author on issues impacting child and adolescent development. In his popular book, Why Gender Matters, Dr. Sax challenges gender as a mere social construct with a torrent of research supporting the biologically different ways children think, feel, and act. You will not want to miss this fascinating, live discussion on how parents and teachers can unlock potential and mitigate confusion by supporting the gender differences between boys and girls.
Presented by renowned author and child & adolescent psychiatrist, Dr. Miriam Grossman, whose recent appearances include Dr. Jordan Peterson's podcast & Daily Wire's film, "What is a Woman?"
Presented by renowned author and child & adolescent psychiatrist, Dr. Miriam Grossman, whose recent appearances include Dr. Jordan Peterson's podcast & Daily Wire's film, "What is a Woman?"
Creating Firewalls to Protect the Mental Health of Teens
RECORDED: MAY 18, 2023
Presented by pediatrician, international speaker, & best-selling author, Dr. Meg Meeker, MD
Dr. Meg Meeker is a leading global authority in parent-child relationships. She has over 30 years of experience as a pediatrician and is a bestselling author, host of the popular parenting podcast, Parenting Great Kids; a TEDTalk and international speaker; and an advocate and champion for the health of children and teens. Dr. Meeker will help us roll up our sleeves and become part of the firewall against what the CDC describes as a growing crisis of “sadness & hopelessness” among teens, especially girls. Come ready to learn with Dr. Meeker. Let’s lean in together!
Guiding Youth through the Challenges of Puberty & Gender-Confusion
RECORDED: OCTOBER 26, 2022
Presented by Mary Anne Mosack, Pres./CEO, Ascend & Peggy Pecchio, Executive Director, Operation Keepsake
Now more than ever, as youth endure a barrage of confusing and often aggressive messages about gender, it is critical that SRAE facilitators renew their focus to intentionally address the physical, emotional, and social aspects of puberty with adolescents. The increasing number of gender-confused youth in our programs compels us to help all youth navigate this emotionally chaotic period of change with sound information and critical-thinking skills for healthy decision-making. Join us for this SRAE Edge webinar in which we will discuss the research and rhetoric surrounding gender identity issues, and how SRAE facilitators can equip youth to develop the skills and mindset to evaluate and respond to the ideologically charged messages they receive on this issue.
Recognizing & Responding to Trauma in the SRAE Classroom
RECORDED: AUGUST 17, 2022
Presented by Dana Bowling, LMHC, & Tracey Pike, Executive Director, Ascend
Don’t miss this dynamic combination of experts in the mental health and SRA education fields to expand your SRAE toolkit with knowledge, compassion, and practical strategies. This webinar will offer insights into understanding how trauma negatively impacts the physical and emotional health of adolescents and the importance of integrating a trauma-informed approach into SRAE curricula presentations. In addition to sharing the knowledge that can help identify trauma-exposed youth, this webinar will offer real-life applications that SRAE facilitators can use to create safe physical and social environments to effectively reach youth impacted by trauma.
Presented by Tracey Pike, Executive Director, Ascend
Trigger Warning: This webinar may increase positive outcomes among youth! SRAE facilitators will learn practical techniques to apply science of hope concepts and strategies to curricula presentations. Hope is not merely wishful thinking. Youth can learn how to follow pathways that can actualize hope as an internal asset. They can be empowered toward achieving goals that seemed out of reach in their lived experience. Just as SRAE facilitators should be trauma-informed, they should also be hope-informed presenters.
