Stopping Restraint & Seclusion in Schools: For my Child and All Children

In this workshop you will review what is happening in California and empower attendees on how to advocate for their child and in their community. NAMI has long been involved in reducing the use of behavioral restraint and seclusion in mental health settings but not in schools.

About the Conference: NAMI California’s 2015 Annual Conference will be returning to Newport Beach on August 21st through the 22nd. The conference provides an opportunity to discuss mental health issues, advocacy, and research and to network with industry professionals. Highlights include information on the latest research and tools related to mental health treatment as well as strategies for promoting improvements to the mental health system.

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