The City of Irvine, in partnership with the Irvine Prevention Coalition, is pleased to sponsor well-known adolescent psychologist Dr. Jerry Weichman to lead a community discussion about the impact positive social relationships have on a teenager’s mental health and physical well-being. The free community event at Irvine Civic Center is intended for parents of teenage children. It is presented with the support of Irvine Public Schools Foundation, Irvine Unified School District, and Parent Teacher Association.

Discussion topics will include:

• The state of teenagers — what are they thinking and doing, and why
• The newest trends and behaviors facing teens in Irvine
• Tips for building rapport, increasing communication, and gaining respect
• How to identify a teen in trouble, and the best ways to support them
• Ways to diffuse an escalated situation with a student
• Warning signs that everyone should be keeping an eye out for
• Effective mental health tools you can teach students/children
• Simple coping techniques to help you remain in control and maintain composure

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