Recorded Previous Mental Health Lectures
Mental Health Lecture Series
Leading experts in the fields of psychology, psychiatry, and behavioral science share knowledge on a broad range of mental health topics in the Alan Hu Foundation Mental Health Lecture Series. Each presentation has been recorded and grouped into topics.
These presentations are for educational purposes only and are not intended for medical diagnoses. If you have any persistent symptoms, please seek professional help.
Adolescence and Mental Health Topics
Sleep In Adolescents:
An Early and Potentially Modifiable Warning Sign
Lauren Asarnow, PhD
Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at U.C. San Francisco
Dr. Lauren Asarnow presents a webinar that discusses sleep as a potential target for intervention in the prevention and treatment of mental and physical health problems. Her research program, Child and Adolescent Behavioral Sleep Medicine, aims to reduce the burden of mental illness in youth by developing behavioral interventions that are effective, youth-friendly, engaging, widely disseminable, and easily accessible. This presentation is recommended for adolescents aged 13 and up, their families, and the general public. The lecture includes a presentation followed by a 15 minute Q&A session. Among Dr. Asarnow’s publications are "Sleep and Mood Disorders Among Youth", and "Sleep in Youth with Repeated Harm and High Suicidality: Does Sleep Predict Self-Harm Risk?" She received the NARSAD Young Investigator Award from the Brain & Behavior Research Foundation and the Access to Care Award from the Klingenstein Third Generation Foundation, to name a few.
Eating Disorders: Recognition, Screening, and Treatment (And How Technology Can Help)
Ellen Fitzsimmons-Craft, PhD, FAED, LP
Associate Professor of Psychological & Brain Sciences, and Associate Professor of Psychiatry, Washington University in St. Louis, and licensed psychologist
Eating disorders are common, serious mental illnesses, but less than 20% of individuals with these problems ever receive treatment. In this talk, Dr. Ellen Fitzsimmons-Craft will review diagnoses and risk factors for eating disorders, signs and symptoms, the importance of screening and prevention, how to talk to loved ones who may be struggling, and options for treatment. Finally, Dr. Fitzsimmons-Craft will talk about her work harnessing technology to expand access to screening and care for eating disorders. The presentation will be followed by 15 minutes of Q&A. Ellen Fitzsimmons-Craft, Ph.D., licensed psychologist, is an Associate Professor of Psychological & Brain Sciences and Psychiatry at Washington University in St. Louis. Her research centers on the use of technology for eating disorder prevention and treatment, screening, sociocultural, etiological, and maintenance factors for eating disorders, recovery, and college mental health. Ultimately her work aims to disseminate evidence-based interventions from research to practice, as well as extend treatments and access to reach the many people in need of care for mental health problems who aren’t receiving services. Her work has been funded by the National Institute of Mental Health, the National Eating Disorders Association, the Klingenstein Third Generation, and the Office on Women’s Health in the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, amongst others. She has authored more than 150 peer-reviewed publications, and her work has been featured in the New York Times, 60 Minutes, NPR, Wired, Forbes, and Scientific American.
Leveraging the Opportunity of Adolescence to Promote Mental Health
Andrew J. Fuligni, PhD
Professor of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences at UCLA
Dr. Andrew Fuligni explains, “Adolescence is a time of remarkable opportunity. The years between age 10 to about 25 mark a period of rapid growth, development and learning as we discover and adapt to the world around us. In this presentation, I will discuss how the unique developmental opportunities and needs of this period of life can be best supported in order to promote the ability of diverse youth to thrive.” The lecture includes a presentation followed by a 15 minute Q&A session. Andrew J. Fuligni, Ph.D. is a Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences and the Department of Psychology at UCLA. His research focuses on the interaction between sociocultural experiences and biobehavioral development during adolescence. As the Co-Director of the UCLA Center for the Developing Adolescent, he works to translate and disseminate the science of adolescence to policy makers and practitioners to support efforts that promote the healthy development of diverse youth.
Adolescent Mental Illness, Stigma, and Families: What’s Needed to Promote Thriving
Stephen Hinshaw, PhD
Professor of Psychology at U.C. Berkeley, Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at U.C. San Francisco
Dr. Stephen Hinshaw, author of the memoir "Another Kind of Madness: A Journey through the Stigma and Hope of Mental Illness", will present a webinar to define the concept of stigma as it pertains to individuals and family members experiencing mental disorders--and discuss the harmful effects of stigma, especially in a family context. Dr. Hinshaw explains: “By blending science and narrative, I hope to give voice to the family suffering involved when stigma reigns, and to what a future could look like when open attitudes, evidence-based treatments, and humanization can prevail”. This presentation is recommended for students in grades 7 and up, their families, and the general public.The lecture includes a presentation followed by a 15 minute Q&A session. Dr. Hinshaw’s research focuses on developmental psychopathology, clinical interventions with children and adolescents with attention deficits and hyperactivity, and both understanding and reducing mental illness stigma. He has received over $20 million in NIH funding and an equal amount in foundation support. He currently serves as co-director of the UCSF-UC Berkeley Schwab Dyslexia and Cognitive Diversity Center, and he heads the Awareness & Hope (stigma reduction) arm of the UCLA Depression Grand Challenge. Dr. Hinshaw has authored over 370 articles and chapters, plus 12 books. His memoir, Another Kind of Madness: A Journey Through the Stigma and Hope of Mental Illness (St. Martin’s 2017) was awarded Best Book in Autobiography/Memoir by the American Book Fest in 2018. He has received numerous national and international awards for his research and contributions. In addition, he was elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences in 2021. His work has been featured regularly in the media, including The New York Times, Washington Post, Huffington Post, Wall Street Journal, Today Show, CBS Evening News, ABC World News Tonight, PBS, CNN and many more.
It Is All About Relationships: Interpersonal Psychotherapy for Adolescents with Depression
Laura Mufson, PhD
Viola W. Bernard Professor of Medical Psychology in Psychiatry at Columbia University
Dr. Laura Mufson explains, “Interpersonal Psychotherapy for Depressed Adolescents (IPT-A) is a 12-15 session individual treatment for adolescents 12-18 years old that focuses on reducing depressive symptoms and improving interpersonal relationships and social functioning. This presentation will provide participants with an overview of IPT-A principles as well as key strategies and techniques.” The lecture includes a presentation followed by a 15 minute Q&A session. Laura Mufson, Ph.D. is the Viola W. Bernard Professor of Medical Psychology in Psychiatry at Columbia University Irving Medical Center (CUIMC) and Associate Director of the Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry in the Department of Psychiatry, Columbia University, and Director of Clinical Psychology at New York State Psychiatric Institute. Dr. Mufson has had an active research career studying the efficacy and effectiveness of evidence-based psychotherapies for children and adolescents. She is the author of 3 books and many publications on IPT-A, and has conducted numerous training workshops on IPT-A throughout the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Europe and Scandinavia.
Technology, Social Media, and Adolescent Mental Health
Mitch Prinstein, PhD, ABPP
John Van Seters Distinguished Professor of Psychology at UNC Chapel Hill, Chief Science Officer of the American Psychological Association
Eva Telzer, PhD
Associate Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience at UNC Chapel Hill,Associate Editor at Child Development and Social Cognitive Affective Neuroscience
Dr. Mitch Prinstein and Dr. Eva Telzer explain, “In this talk, we will deconstruct the psychological science on youths’ technology and social media use to understand the questions scientists are asking, what we have found, what it means for youth today, and what you can do to help. Though the results are sometimes frightening, there is some hope, especially if parents, educators, and policy-makers take action now.” The lecture includes a presentation followed by a 20 minute Q&A session. Mitch Prinstein, Ph.D., ABPP serves as the John Van Seters Distinguished Professor of Psychology at UNC Chapel Hill and is Chief Science Officer of the American Psychological Association. He is a board-certified clinical psychologist who has studied child and adolescent mental health for over 25 years and has published hundreds of scientific manuscripts, chapters and textbooks, trade books, and a workbook for adolescents. Dr. Prinstein is regularly featured as an expert in psychological science within hundreds of national and international outlets including the New York Times, National Public Radio, Time Magazine, CNN, and TEDx Talks. Eva Telzer, Ph.D. is an Associate Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience at UNC Chapel Hill and an Associate Editor at Child Development and Social Cognitive Affective Neuroscience. Her research examines how social and cultural processes shape adolescent brain development, with a focus on prosocial and risk-taking behaviors, family and peer relationships, and the role of social media in youths’ lives. She has authored numerous publications, received many awards for her work, and consulted government agencies and non-profit associations. Dr. Telzer has had media appearances in the New York Times, NPR, CNN, ABC, CBS, and NBC.
Age of Opportunity: Lessons from the New Science of Adolescence
Laurence Steinberg, PhD
Distinguished University Professor and Laura H. Carnell Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience at Temple University
Adolescence now lasts longer than ever, and the adolescent brain is surprisingly malleable. These new discoveries make this time of life crucial in determining a person’s ultimate success and happiness. In this lecture, Laurence Steinberg, one of the world's leading authorities on adolescence, will discuss the teenage brain’s potential for change, the elongation of adolescence as a developmental stage, and the implications of each for how we parent, educate, and understand young people. The webinar will include 15 minutes for questions and answers following Dr. Steinberg’s presentation. Dr. Steinberg is the author or co-author of approximately 500 articles and essays on development during the teenage years; the author of many books for parents, including “Age of Opportunity: Lessons From the New Science of Adolescence”, “You and Your Adolescent”, and “The 10 Basic Principles of Good Parenting”; and the leading college textbook, “Adolescence”. His latest book is “You and Your Adult Child: How to Grow Together in Challenging Times”. Dr. Steinberg has written for The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and The Washington Post, and is a frequent guest on NPR.
Early Identification and Prevention of Youth Depression
Jami F. Young, PhD
Professor, University of Pennsylvania, Associate Chair of Research, Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) Faculty Member, CHOP PolicyLab
Dr. Jami F. Young, Associate Chair of Research in the Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and faculty member in CHOP’s PolicyLab will offer a free webinar, “Early Identification and Prevention of Youth Depression” presented by the Alan Hu Foundation. Dr. Young will discuss work she has conducted over the past 20 years that has focused on the identification and prevention of adolescent depression using Interpersonal Psychotherapy-Adolescent Skills Training (IPT-AST). The webinar will explain the need for depression prevention, provide an overview of IPT-AST, briefly summarize the data from several IPT-AST studies, and share lessons learned from developing IPT-AST and conducting prevention work in community settings, including schools. Dr. Young is a clinical psychologist and a Professor of Psychiatry at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. She has received funding from the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) and the Institute of Education Sciences (IES). Dr. Young’s work aims to decrease the incidence of adolescent depression and increase children’s access to evidence-based assessment, prevention, and treatment of depression and other behavioral health conditions.
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