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Mental Health & Wellness for Dental Hygienists


Saturday, May 3, 2025 — Virtual    |   10:00 AM - 5:00 PM CT, 5.75 CE

As a dental hygiene professional, you have a vital role not only in oral health but also in recognizing signs of mental health challenges in those around you.
Take this one-day virtual journey of empowerment to learn strategies that help you recognize and respond to mental health challenges, whether you're looking to support your colleagues, students, patients or to foster a healthier supportive community and workplace.
Through expert-led sessions explore: • Recognition of mental health warning signs in different populations • Intervention strategies for supporting others in crisis • Methods for fostering a supportive workplace culture • Resources and referral pathways for comprehensive care
Join us for this immersive workshop dedicated to building a more supportive dental hygiene community and gain practical tools to make a difference in the lives of those around you.

REGISTRATION FEES ADHA Members: $89 Nonmembers: $119 Course recording included. Registration closes on Thursday, May 1 at midnight CT. Fee includes a $10.00 Chipotle e-gift card to use for lunch!
EVENT AGENDA (View PDF >>)
10:00 AM  Welcome and Opening Remarks | Dr. JoAnn Gurenlian
10:15 AM  Let's be Mindful About Dental Hygiene Students' Mental Health | Beth Monnin
11:00 AM  ---- Morning Break ----
11:15 AM  Behind the Smile: Exploring Dental Hygienists' Role in the Mental Health Crisis | Alyssa Delgado
12:00 PM  ---- Lunch ----
12:45 PM  Chasing the Day: Mental Health and the Clinical Dental Hygienist | Rina Nowka & Esther Tingue
1:30 PM    Centered in Practice: Strategies for Strength, Clarity & Balance | Kelly Tanner Sponsored by Young Dental
2:15 PM    ---- Afternoon Break ----
2:30 PM    Risk Assessment and Risk Mitigation for Individuals with Comorbid Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders  | Ann Spolarich
3:15 PM    Sit, Stretch, Breathe: A Path to Workplace Well-Being  | Crystal Kandaris Lane Sponsored by GoTu
4:45 PM    Summary and Closing Remarks

View Your Event Speakers >>
BETH MONNIN, RDH, MSEd ALYSSA DELGADO, MSDH, RDH RINA A. NOWKA, RDA, MA, FADHA ESTHER TINGUE, RDH, BS, MA DR. KELLY TANNER, RDH, PHD ANN E. SPOLARICH, RDH, PHD, FSCDH CRYSTAL KANDARIS LANE, RDH, MS
CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDIT 5.75 CE credits offered to those in attendance. A recording of this course will be made available to all registrants.

Cancellation Policy
We understand that things happen, and sometimes you need to cancel. Please note that there will be a $15 administrative fee charged at the time of cancellation. Cancellation requests must be received via email to meetings@adha.net. Requests cannot be accepted over the phone. Cancellations requests must be made via email, no later than April 25, 2025.

For questions about this event, email meetings@adha.net.
When
5/3/2025 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where
UNITED STATES

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  3. Click "Proceed to Cart" and complete payment on next page.