A basic introduction of how a mental health condition manifests in people with ID and communication skills for service providers.

Testimonials and data to underscore the result of unclear health care information. Learn practical ways to make medical and health care communication clearer to reduce misunderstanding.

The Autistic Self Advocacy Network seeks to advance the principles of the disability rights movement with regard to autism.

Mission: To protect and promote the rights of Kentuckians with disabilities through legally based individual and systemic advocacy, and education.

ThriveKY is a coalition of organizations who pursue systemic change to assure that the commonwealth meets the basic needs of every Kentuckian.

Review the basics of disability, including definitions, history, and etiquette. This is designed to get service providers more comfortable with treating people with disabilities.

Learn about Intellectual Disabilities, including self-advocacy, rights, dual diagnosis, and communication skills. This is designed to get service providers more comfortable with treating people with intellectual disabilities.

Learn how to recognize the difference between common anxiety and an anxiety disorder. This module covers the signs and risk factors of anxiety disorders and Supported ways to help oneself or others manage anxiety.

An introduction to mental health therapy, including an overview of the types of professionals and the services they provide, what to expect in a session, and practical ways to maintain autonomy in therapy experiences.

A definition of intellectual disability (ID), including a brief history of societal treatment, self-advocacy, rights, dual diagnosis, and communication skills.

A basic overview of depression, what it is, common signs, risk factors, self-harm, suicide, and support.

An introduction to supported decision-making as a way to assist people who may face challenges making decisions. It includes an explanation of supported decision-making, self-determination, and guardianship.

Learn the differences between bipolar disorders, as well as common signs and symptoms.

The module covers the definition of schizophrenia and teaches the common signs and symptoms. It offers ways to support oneself or others to manage schizophrenia.

Learn how to support people with dual diagnoses, including strategies for team support and trauma-informed care.

This module covers the ID diagnosis, including conducting a psychiatric interview and interview challenges.

Learn how to prepare for a psychiatric appointment. This module also covers the most common mental health symptoms and conditions of people with IDD. This is for service provides, caregivers, and families to help recognize and address symptoms, including suicide risk and prevention.

This details how clinicians, service providers, and caregivers can better understand psychotic medical labels and directions, including what the medications do and symptoms they address and effective management.

Learn about common mental health conditions and how they present in people with IDD, including traumatic brain injury, and trauma-informed support strategies.

This provides healthcare professionals information to support working with people with IDD by illustrating the importance and value of using an integrated healthcare approach when diagnosing, treating, and caring for people with IDD.

This provides healthcare professionals information to support working with people with IDD by illustrating the importance and value of using an integrated healthcare approach when diagnosing, treating, and caring for people with IDD.

This module covers trauma-informed care for patients with IDD. Learn about the prevalence of trauma and the circumstances that cause it in people with IDD, including the signs and symptoms of PTSD

Learn about mental health conditions and concerns for people with IDD and explore what it means to have a co-occurring IDD and mental health condition.

Learn the signs and effects of trauma on people with IDD, how to use trauma-informed care, challenging behavior, and the importance of supporting mental wellness.

Learn how anxiety manifests in people with ID compared to the general population.

Identify common behavior in people with mental health conditions and ID and learn about de-escalation strategies.

Learn how mood disorders manifest in people with ID, including diagnostic and treatment challenges, and methods of overcoming them.

Learn about the diagnosis for psychotic disorders in people with IDD, including descriptions of common presentations, discussion of treatment, and medication monitoring.

Siguiendo este módulo, los participantes podrán: Describe las definiciones de discapacidad, Hablar sobre la historia de la discapacidad y el movimiento por los derechos de las personas con discapacidad, Reconocer los estereotipos comunes y las barreras sociales, Identificar los diferentes usos del lenguaje en relación con las personas con discapacidad,

Partnership for a Resilient Kentucky (PaRK) is a network of organizations and People with disabilities, advocates dedicated to promoting positive childhood experiences and resilience across the lifespan and addressing the impact of adversity and trauma on People with disabilities, advocates, families, and communities.

Recording of online community discussion with VKC researchers discussing mental health and IDD, including increased stigma, accessibility and affordability of supports and treatment options.

The Link Center works to improve supports available to children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), brain injuries, and other cognitive disabilities with co-occurring mental health conditions. The Link Center provides training and technical assistance and advances systems change that will increase access to effective services and supports

Mental Health Texas provides learning and treatment opportunities for people with mental health conditions and those who support them.

This webinar gives an overview of neurodiversity, including the medical v. social models of neurodiversity. For mental health care providers, it provides practical tips and skills for creating a more inclusive experience.

An overview of how to define diversity and intersectionality. This webinar covers the importance of learning and understanding how culture should inform practice.

AUCD supports disability research, provides workforce training, and creates an equitable future for all.

This organizations works to improve mental health services and supports for people with developmental disabilities. By serving as a national clearinghouse, it helps provide access to the most current evidence-based, trauma-informed, culturally responsive practices that address the mental health needs of individuals with developmental disabilities.

Mental Health America advances the mental health and well-being of all people living in the U.S. through public education, research, advocacy and public policy, and direct service.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is a nationwide, grassroots mental health organization. NAMI offers educational programs, advocates for individuals and families affected by mental illness, and operates a toll-free helpline.

Mission: to improve the accessibility and quality of mental health and substance use services through advocacy with local, state and federal policy-makers, education of the public, and promotion of research-based practices among providers.

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation.

NAMI Kentucky provides education, support, and advocacy for well-being of all individuals affected by mental illness.

Mission: To transform the understanding and treatment of mental illnesses through basic and clinical research, paving the way for prevention, recovery, and cure.

The NASDDDS mission is to assist member state agencies in building person-centered and culturally and linguistically appropriate systems of services and supports for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.

AAIDD promotes progressive policies, sound research, effective practices, and universal human rights for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

It is the mission of the Division of Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities (DDID) to empower each person to realize his or her place in the community as a citizen of the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

NADD’s mission is to promote leadership in the expansion of knowledge, training, policy, and advocacy for mental health practices that promote a quality life for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and co-occurring mental health conditions (IDD/MI) in their communities.

The Autism Society of the Bluegrass is a resource and support group for families and professionals in the Central Kentucky area who are involved with autism.

Mission: Promoting and protecting the human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and actively supporting their full inclusion and participation in the community throughout their lifetimes.

Advocacy Action Network is a group dedicated to promoting mental health and disability rights through coalitions.