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Michele Watson Canfield, Ph.D. The Abba Project

Summary Post-partum depression (PPD) in both mothers and fathers presents significant psychological and relational challenges, impacting parental adjustment, family dynamics, and overall well-being. While awareness of maternal PPD has increased, paternal PPD remains underrecognized and underdiagnosed despite its profound effects on mental health and parenting. Understanding the biopsychosocial factors contributing to PPD is essential for providing effective support and interven tion. This workshop will examine the distinction between PPD and transient “baby blues,” explore case studies to en hance symptom recognition, and introduce evidence-based strategies for offering compassionate support. Participants will gain practical tools to assist new parents in navigating the post-partum transition while fostering early identifica tion and stigma reduction. Designed for ministry leaders and coaches, this session will equip attendees with the knowl edge and skills necessary to support new parents in faith based and community settings and facilitate appropriate referrals when needed. Learning Objectives 1. Analyze the contributing factors of post-partum depres sion in both mothers and fathers and apply case study analy sis to improve assessment skills. 2. Identify key symptoms of post-partum depression in both parents and determine appropriate referral pathways for in tervention. 3. Develop practical, faith-integrated strategies to support new parents while reducing stigma and promoting post-par tum mental health awareness. 610. Too Little, Too Big: Emotional Regulation for Little People with Big Feelings 1.25 credit hours Continuing Education Accreditations applicable to this workshop: APA, ASWB, NBCC, IBCC, Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling Education CEUs applicable to this workshop: ACSI Continuing Medical Education Accreditations applicable to this workshop: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit, AOA Category 2A credits, Georgia Nurses Association, AAFP Level: Intermediate Jamie Getz, Ph.D. Songbird Counseling and Consultation Summary Using a trauma-informed approach, this workshop will explore the importance of emotional regulation through Erikson’s stag es of development, attachment theory, neurophysiology, lim bic system responses, and polyvagal states. It aims to increase knowledge about emotional dysregulation and provide effective interventions to maintain balanced regulatory states in young people. Psychologists, licensed mental health professionals, and ministry leaders will evaluate states of dysregulation and

Ken Canfield, Ph.D. The National Center for Fathering The National Association of Grandparenting

Summary The role of a grandparent in the family system is complex and requires intentional strategies to maximize their contri butions. Currently there are more than 70 million grandpar ents in the U.S., increasing by 1.9 million annually, highlight ing the importance for licensed mental health professionals and church leaders to be resourced in meeting the needs of this demographic. Grandparents often find themselves ill equipped to address the challenging issues their children and grandchildren are facing. This workshop focuses on identifying the critical tasks and roles which grandparents must navigate that underscore the need for creative inter ventions that benefit intergenerational growth. Further more, participants will learn strategies to help grandparents overcome the common barriers of distance and proximity to grandchildren to find adaptive pathways for connection and bonding. Custodial grandparents, and all grandparents, are seeking proactive techniques to leave a positive legacy as they provide the necessary support for their grandchildren to thrive. The presenters will also explain a biblical model of grandparenting for willing Christian clients. Participants will explore data collected from more than 1,000 grandparents and 800 grown adults who were highly influenced by their grandparents and determine proven and practical interven tions to help grandparents flourish. Learning Objectives 1. Explain the life course stages of grandparents with a tool to assess grandparenting types and behaviors. 2. Identify the top five trauma triggers for grandparents and how to resolve them. 3. Describe the best resources to support grandparenting crises with practical strategies and interventions to increase hope. 4. Analyze a biblical theology and framework of grandpar enting for willing Christian clients. 609. More Than Baby Blues: Identifying, Understanding, and Supporting Postpartum Depression in Both Mothers and Fathers 1.25 credit hours Continuing Education Accreditations applicable to this workshop: IBCC Level: Beginner Leigh Young, M.A. Hope Counseling Pittsburgh

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