Video Library

Understanding Stress & Self-Care: Getting Back Some Control

Dr. Jim Harris, Associate Director at the West Virginia Autism Training Center (WV ATC) at Marshall University

In this webinar, Dr. Harris borrows from the research around the topics stress and resilience to explore how we can alter our perceptions and practices to make self-care a part of our daily existence Dr. Harris will explore the effects of toxic stress on our health and mental functioning and also challenge common perceptions about what increases positive emotion.

Virtual Town Hall: WV Communities Innovative Responses to COVID-19

Andrea Darr, Director, Center for Children’s Justice

In this webinar, you will learn more about how WV communities have responded in innovative ways to protect the health and well-being of our WV children during the pandemic.

Raising Awareness During COVID-19: Child Abuse is Your Business

Susan Harrison, MSW, MPA, LGSW, Director of CASA for Children Inc.

In this webinar you will learn more about promoting the well-being of WV children and families by learning how to recognize symptoms and signs of child maltreatment. KNOW more to ensure that it is a priority for all of us in WV to recognize, response and report child abuse and maltreatment.

Ideas for Online Safety Protocols for Teachers, Parents and Students in Remote Schooling

Susan Harrison, MSW, MPA, LGSW, Director of CASA for Children Inc.

In this webinar practical tips and strategies will be offered for the virtual classroom for teachers and parents, along with protection policies for kids. It is important to remember that there have to be child protection policies established and followed for the digital environment.

When the Child Trusts You

Robert Peters, Senior Attorney, Zero Abuse Project

A child just disclosed sexual abuse to you. What do you tell the child? Do you know your legal obligations? How do you respond without jeopardizing criminal investigations and the child’s safety. This webinar will discuss trauma informed best practices for interacting with abused and neglected children and reviews the status of mandatory reporting laws in WV.

Connections Matter: Building Protective Factors to Improve Health and Well-Being

Barbara Tucker, Region VII Adolescent Health Initiative Coordinator

Jim McKay, Director of Prevent Child Abuse WV

This webinar highlights the linkages between childhood adversity and common contemporary health problems facing West Virginians, including data on the prevalence of ACES (Adverse Childhood Experiences) in WV. More importantly, the webinar will highlight effective strategies that valid protective factors can counterbalance the effects of adversity and produce better outcomes, as well as preventing ACE.

Everyone’s An Asset Builder: Integrating Developmental Assets Into Your Life

Melody Osborne, Region VI Adolescent Health Initiative Coordinator, Marshall County FRN

Everyone can play a part in help in youth thrive. The Developmental Assets framework provides a broad perspective on the strengths and resources of young people. This workshop will introduce the 40 internal and external factors which protect against risks and promote thriving for youth and the Search Institute research that informs them.

Positive Behavior Supports (PBS) at Home: A Practical Approach

Dr. Jim Harris, Associate Director of Training at the WV Autism Center, Marshall University

In this presentation, Dr. Harris will introduce you to Positive Behavior Supports (PBS). PBS is the most evidenced-based behavior support approach available today. Dr. Harris will show you how the applications of the features of PBS can create a more positive and productive home environment. You will learn how to teach the families you work with to be more intentional in parenting and how doing so will allow for a much better relationship with their children.