Pathways rtcUpdates Newsletter November 17, 2016

Pathways Researchers' Articles Now Available in Print

Recent articles by Pathways RTC researchers are now available in print form from the Journal of Behavioral Health Services & Research. Titles include:

Introduction to the special issue: Empirically-based interventions for emerging adults with serious mental health conditions (Issue 43(4), pages 521-524)

Provider perspectives on principle-adherent practice in empirically supported interventions for emerging adults with serious mental health conditions (Issue 43(4), pages 525-541)

And more!

Tip Sheet: Helping Young Adults from Foster Care Succeed in College

Pathways' Project FUTURES is testing an intervention aimed at helping young adults from foster care with mental health stressors succeed in post-secondary education. Enhancing self-determination and community participation are the active ingredients of this intervention. Project FUTURES' new tip sheet is designed to help campus staff understand and respond to the unique needs of these young people.

Project EASA Connections Participated in FREDLA-hosted Webinar

Tamara Sale (Project EASA Connections) recently participated in a Learning Community webinar hosted by FREDLA on the Role of Family-Run Organizations in responding to Early Psychosis. Tamara described the latest information and research about early psychosis (EP). She also discussed how family-run organizations can support EP interventions. A recording of this 90-minute webinar is now available.

Pathways Presentation Video Available

Did you know that Pathways has a YouTube channel? Check out one of our latest additions to the channel – a presentation from the 2016 Children's Mental Health Conference in Tampa, FL. Dr. Janet Walker and Project AMP presented "Findings from a Randomized Study of a Youth Engagement Enhancement for Wraparound."

NIDILRR Seeks Input to Guide Strategic Planning

The National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR) will host several listening sessions across the country to help inform future funding priorities and strategic direction. Upcoming public meetings will be held on November 18th and December 5th.

Learn more and register »

Submit written comments by December 12 »

Healthy Native Youth Webinar

Date/Time: November 22, 2016, 11am – 12pm PT / 2pm – 3pm ET

This webinar will share tips for navigating the Healthy Native Youth website, highlight a few of the health curricula available on the site, and will encourage participants to submit their own programs for inclusion on the site.

Direct Connect National Learning Community for Young Leaders

Date/Time: December 15, 2016, 12:30pm – 2pm PT / 3:30 – 5pm ET

This learning community is a virtual forum for youth and young adults to: develop professional skills via virtual training opportunities, connect as a community to share and gather new resources, and unite with other youth advocates and professional peers from across the country.

Call for Papers: 39th Annual NARRTC Conference

Date/Location: April 6 – 7, 2017, Alexandria, VA

Submit proposals for the 39th Annual NARRTC conference by December 16, 2016. NARRTC seeks to promote the full inclusion of persons with disabilities in American society through applied research and training. This year’s conference theme is "Taking Charge of Change."

Learn more and submit a proposal »

Early Bird Registration: 30th Research & Policy Conference

Date/Location: March 5 – 8, 2017, Tampa, Florida

Early bird registration for the 30th Annual Research & Policy Conference on Child, Adolescent, and Young Adult Behavioral Health is now open. The conference will feature an emerging adult track this year.

Visit conference website »

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