THE
PARENT PODCAST
Bill for ACEs Awareness
with Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson
Key Points
From This Episode:
03:38 - Passion for Social Work
10:40 - What is ACEs
27:22 - Providing Solutions
Resources from
this episode:
Show Notes
In this guest episode of The Warrior Parent Podcast, hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno welcome Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson, a passionate advocate for youth development and mental health in California. Dr. Jackson shares valuable insights into mental health challenges faced by youth. Dr. Jackson discusses his personal journey and his trio of mental health bills, including universal Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) screenings and mental health assessments. Learn how you can support the mental health bill trio and play a role in addressing the youth mental health crisis in California.
Passion for Social Work
Dr. Corey Jackson delves into his remarkable journey from founding a nonprofit to his passion for social work. He underlines the transformative power of service and its broader community impact, stemming from his experiences in youth mentoring programs. His educational journey, culminating in a Doctorate in social work, reflects his commitment to understanding and improving the interconnected systems affecting young lives. The conversation highlights Dr. Jackson's vital role in addressing youth mental health and his involvement in the California State Assembly's Select Committee on California's Mental Health Crisis.
What is ACEs
Marci and Debbie explore Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) with Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson. Debbie shares her personal ACEs experience and how the ACEs test was a game-changer for her. Dr. Jackson shares his introduction to ACEs and Riverside County's focus on addressing ACEs. He stresses its importance in predicting life outcomes and the efforts to implement universal ACEs screenings in his mentoring programs. Dr. Jackson also discusses pushing for ACEs screenings in schools and his legislative work to require healthcare providers to offer proactive mental health screenings to young people, increasing access to support and care.
Providing Solutions
Dr. Jackson stresses the urgency of addressing youth mental health issues and underscores the collective responsibility to combat this crisis, citing alarming data. Debbie and Marci share their advocacy experiences, and despite the challenges, they remain dedicated to eradicating the mental health stigma. Dr. Jackson also highlights the role of adults in hindering help for young people and urges prompt action to provide comprehensive solutions. He also discusses AB 1451, a vital bill aiming to streamline mental health services access. This bill allows doctors to offer or refer mental health services without insurer approval during non-mental health-related visits.
Thank you so much for listening to this episode! This podcast is dedicated to supporting families through the ups and downs of parenting and mental wellness. We know how tough it can be to raise kids in today’s world, but you don’t have to do it alone. Join us and let’s lift each other up.
With love,
Marci & Debbie
THE
PARENT PODCAST
Bill for ACEs Awareness
with Assemblymember
Dr. Corey Jackson
Show Notes
In this guest episode of The Warrior Parent Podcast, hosts Marci Mitchell and Debbie DiManno welcome Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson, a passionate advocate for youth development and mental health in California. Dr. Jackson shares valuable insights into mental health challenges faced by youth. Dr. Jackson discusses his personal journey and his trio of mental health bills, including universal Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) screenings and mental health assessments. Learn how you can support the mental health bill trio and play a role in addressing the youth mental health crisis in California.
Key Points
From This Episode:
03:38 - Passion for Social Work
10:40 - What is ACEs
27:22 - Providing Solutions
Passion for Social Work
Dr. Corey Jackson delves into his remarkable journey from founding a nonprofit to his passion for social work. He underlines the transformative power of service and its broader community impact, stemming from his experiences in youth mentoring programs. His educational journey, culminating in a Doctorate in social work, reflects his commitment to understanding and improving the interconnected systems affecting young lives. The conversation highlights Dr. Jackson's vital role in addressing youth mental health and his involvement in the California State Assembly's Select Committee on California's Mental Health Crisis.
What is ACEs
Marci and Debbie explore Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) with Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson. Debbie shares her personal ACEs experience and how the ACEs test was a game-changer for her. Dr. Jackson shares his introduction to ACEs and Riverside County's focus on addressing ACEs. He stresses its importance in predicting life outcomes and the efforts to implement universal ACEs screenings in his mentoring programs. Dr. Jackson also discusses pushing for ACEs screenings in schools and his legislative work to require healthcare providers to offer proactive mental health screenings to young people, increasing access to support and care.
Providing Solutions
Dr. Jackson stresses the urgency of addressing youth mental health issues and underscores the collective responsibility to combat this crisis, citing alarming data. Debbie and Marci share their advocacy experiences, and despite the challenges, they remain dedicated to eradicating the mental health stigma. Dr. Jackson also highlights the role of adults in hindering help for young people and urges prompt action to provide comprehensive solutions. He also discusses AB 1451, a vital bill aiming to streamline mental health services access. This bill allows doctors to offer or refer mental health services without insurer approval during non-mental health-related visits.
Thank you so much for listening to this episode! This podcast is dedicated to supporting families through the ups and downs of parenting and mental wellness. We know how tough it can be to raise kids in today’s world, but you don’t have to do it alone. Join us and let’s lift each other up.
With love,
Marci & Debbie
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Folsom , CA 95630
(916) 340-5252
© 2019 Cour Experience Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Non-Profit 501c3 EIN: 84-3383699