The 22nd Annual Research Conference

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Reducing Employment Stress for Parents of Children with Mental Health Disorders

Room: Salon G

Session Number: 25

Presenting: Eileen Brennan

All Authors for this paper: Eileen Brennan; Lisa Stewart; Anna Malsch; Julie Rosenzweig

Presentation Type: paper presentation

Synopsis: Parents endure work-related stress, and even job loss, as they attempt to accommodate their child’s mental health needs through employment adjustments. Family members often find themselves in situations in which they are presented with opportunities or requirements to share information about their children’s mental health status in the workplace. We describe a research-based model of communication competence to promote better employment outcomes for parents of children with mental health disorders.

Date: Monday, March 2, 2009

Session Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Presentation Time: 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM