Room: Windgate 62-63


Speaker(s): 

Hall, Alicia D, MEd, LPC, NCC, EdS, IECMH-E

Description: 

The foundation for lifelong health and well-being is centered around early relational health with safe, stable, and nurturing relationships they give rise to in an early childhood mental health early relational health emphasizes the importance of early relationships and child development. Early relational health (ERH) is a framework that emphasizes the importance of early relationships and experiences in a child’s healthy development.  By focusing on early relational health, providers and healthcare professionals can create a supportive environment that nurtures the growth and development of infants and young children, ultimately leading to healthier and more resilient individuals.

Objectives

1. Discuss early relationships are essential for building a strong foundation for lifelong growth and development
2. Use ERH principles to provide universal prevention strategies that promote healthy relationships
3. Offer targeted interventions to assess and support children’s development and protective factors