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Saving Lives—Change Starts with Suicide Prevention Strategies
Suicide is a tragedy of epic proportions. Learn macro-level prevention strategies with the potential to save lives!
Deconstructing Men’s Mental Health
Men’s mental health statistics are heartbreaking. Learn about the factors that play into them and why so many struggle in silence.
Youth Dynamics Celebrates 40 Years of Excellence
2021 marks our 40th anniversary serving Montana youth and families. We invite you to join us in celebrating this historic time in our history!
Anxiety— Busting Stigma With Education
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and an excellent time to take a deep dive into anxiety, something that affects millions of Americans every year.
Youth Dynamics Awarded Innovation Grant
Youth Dynamics has been awarded the Innovation Grant by the University of Montana Center for Children, Families and Workforce Development and the Children’s Mental Health Bureau.
10 Quotes on Life’s Path to Feed the Soul
Life is a trek! Here are 10 of our best quotes on the journey that are sure to inspire.
It’s Heavy. Bearing the Weight of Grief & Loss
Grief is a normal, universal response to loss. Learn how to cope and move to the other side of mourning.
Relax! How to Be a More Mindful Parent
Learn how you can become a more mindful, peaceful parent.
Cyber Meeting Tips for YDI Clinicians
Providing remote mental health services can be tough! But, we’ve got a few cyber meeting tips to help you succeed!
How to Intervene if You’re Concerned Someone is Thinking of Suicide
Every 40 seconds someone takes their life by suicide. Learn how to support someone who is struggling.
Are You Alright? Childhood Depression vs. Typical Sadness
When it comes to kids, sometimes it can be hard to know the difference between typical sadness and depression.
Exhausted? It Might Be Stress, Anxiety, or Depression.
This year’s been nothing short of exhausting! Learn what you can do to ward off stress, anxiety, and depression.
It’s Too Much! How to Manage Stress to Stay at Your Best!
Stress can have a severe impact on your health! Learn the signs of excess stress and how you can stay at your best!
Will Tedrow #YDIStrong
We would like to thank HR Director Will Tedrow for his commitment to our teams and mission.
Mental Health in Montana- Native Americans Face Unique Challenges
Native Americans face a unique set of challenges bred on everything from historical trauma to institutionalized racism and even face unwelcomed discrimination.
I’m Worried. How to Support Someone Considering Suicide
Suicide impacts 180 million Americans each year. Empower yourself with the tools to support someone who is struggling.
I’m Going to Break. A Case for Self-Care
You don’t have to reach your breaking point. Self-care is an absolute must in today’s world.
The Meaning of a Moment
What’s the value of life if not the sum of every moment lived? Learn to embrace each moment before they become memories.
What Does It Mean to Be #YDIStrong?
Do you know what it means to be #YDIStrong? Learn the true meaning behind the hashtag from our teammates across the state.
6 Tips to Cope with Grief and Loss
Learn how you can move through the stages of grief and process loss.
How to Practice Culturally Sensitive Social Work
Learn how to practice culturally sensitive social work with minority populations.
Gratitude- We’re Taking a Moment to Give Thanks
Did you know that purposeful gratitude is great for your mind and body? To get you started, we’re getting the positive vibes rolling by sharing what we’re grateful for in our lives.
Mindset- Are You Mentally Strong?
Do you have the mindset to weather this storm? It starts with the thoughts you water each day and the strength to press on during adversity.
Employee Spotlight~ Misty Blakeman, Billings Administrative Support
This month we would like to recognize Misty Blakeman for her exemplary service to the YDI Mission, her team, and youth in our Billings community services.
Employee Spotlight~ Chloe Meltzer, Bozeman Area Manager
We would like to recognize, Chloe Meltzer, as our employee spotlight for her exemplary service to the YDI Mission, her team, and youth in our Bozeman & Livingston community services.
Mental Health? It’s a Big Deal for Organizations
The current decline in American mental health has real, tangible implications for both businesses and our nation as a whole. But, within each of us is the power to make a difference.
Collective Trauma- An Unintended Consequence of the “New Normal”
We’re all experiencing trauma at the hands of this pandemic, not just from the virus itself, but also from its unintended consequences.
What’s with the Stigma Behind Men’s Mental Health?
Learn more about men’s mental health and why we should all care about this pressing topic.
Jade’s Story- A Glimpse into Foster Care in America
Learn about Jade’s foster care story and the struggles that so many kids in our system face.