Date: 8/16/2018, 9:00 am—12:15 pm
County: Alameda County
CEUs: 3
Location: Oakland
Sponsor: Fred Finch Youth & Family Services
Phone: 510-482-2244
Did you know that 20% of the population are highly sensitive? A Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) has sensory processing sensitivities which is characterized by a high level of sensitivity to external stimuli. These sensitivities can be to sound, light, touch. HSPs perceptual threshold may be lower and process stimuli cognitively deeper than non-HSPs. When raised in warm and secure environments, HSPs do better than the average person, but put under stress and confronted with trauma, HSPs have a more difficult time than the average person. Learn to differentiate between HSP traits versus mental health and behavioral issues. Develop strategies to help HSPs thrive in their homes and school and help caregivers and teachers understand and nurture the HSP youth.