It’s hard to believe, but a new school year is already upon us – meaning opportunities for new friends, new lessons, new obstacles to overcome…and new stresses.
Demanding classes, rigorous sport practices and uncharted social situations present everyday stress and anxiety for children and parents alike. But, by establishing healthy habits and routines, moms, dads and other caregivers can help kids manage back-to-school stress and thrive throughout the year.
If you’re a parent, caregiver, coach or educator to children of any age, please consider joining us for Children’s Hospital Colorado’s #StressAskUs Social Summit and live panel discussion on Wednesday, Aug. 31, from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. MST in the hospital’s atrium on the Anschutz Medical Campus (13123 E. 16th Ave. in Aurora).
This combination in-person and online event is designed specifically to convene parents and caregivers of children to hear from an expert panel who will provide tips for identifying the signs of stress and anxiety, offer tips for talking with your children about stressful situations and feelings, as well as answer your questions. The panel includes:
- ·Kyle Dyer, 9News, who will moderate the panel
- ·Christine McDunn, Ph.D. psychologist, Children's Hospital Colorado
- ·Cody Hudson, MS, CCLS, program assistant child life specialist, Seacrest Studios at Children’s Hospital Colorado
- ·Emily Vanek, ColoradoMoms.com founder, blogger and mother of three
Helpful handouts will be offered to those who can join us in-person for the Social Summit. To secure your spot, please register online here.
We hope you are able to join us for timely conversation as we all gear up for a new school year. We also encourage you to share this invitation with anyone who might also benefit by joining in-person or virtually using the hashtag #StressAskUs on Aug. 31.