Family-to-Family
Schedule
Thu Oct 02 2025 at 05:30 pm to 08:30 pm
UTC-04:00Location
841 Jefferson Ave, Scranton, PA 18510-1031, United States | Scranton, PA
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The NAMI Family-to-Family Education Program is a free 8-session course taught by other family members who have received intensive training for its presentation. Instruction and course materials are provided free to class participants.It will be held in-person and will begin October 2 and run for 8 sessions on Tuesday & Thursday evenings from 5:30-8 PM through Nov 4, 2025. Class will not be held the week of Oct 9-14.
Class topics include:
· Current information about schizophrenia, major depression, bipolar disorder (manic depression), panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder.
· Borderline personality disorder, and co-occurring brain disorders and addictive disorders.
· Up-to-date information about medications, side effects, and strategies for medication adherence.
· Current research related to the biology of brain disorders and evidence-based treatments to promote recovery.
· Gaining empathy by understanding the subjective, lived experience of a person with mental illness.
· Problem solving, listening, and communication techniques.
· Acquiring strategies for handling mental health crises and relapse.
· Focusing on care for the caregiver: coping with worry, stress, and emotional overload.
· Guidance on locating appropriate supports and services within the community.
· Information on advocacy initiatives designed to improve and expand mental health services.
Registration is required, see registration form in ticket link.
Or reach out to NAMI Northeast Region at 570-342-1047 or [email protected] for more information.
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Where is it happening?
841 Jefferson Ave, Scranton, PA 18510-1031, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
