Promote the resilience of individuals and families through the physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual components of health.
Health and Well-Being
Support the holistic health and well-being of service members and their families.
Upcoming Programming
Embracing Identity: Fostering Positive Emotional Growth in Teens and Young Adults
May 14 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm EDT
Adolescence is a time when meaningful relationships are at the nexus of social life, education, and mental health. This interactive presentation will focus on how our personal and professional relatio...
Diet Quality, The Gut Microbiome, and Health Disparities
May 29 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT
Does dietary intake shift microbial ecology and function toward the formation of harmful microbial metabolites that contribute to cancer risk? Recent research has discovered that dietary intake and ...
Expressive Brushes: Using Art-based Mediums to Support Children & Youth During Change
July 25 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm EDT
In this webinar, we will focus on the practical application of art-based mediums to foster empathy, perspective-taking, and effective communication among young individuals, particularly those in middl...
Learning Library
Empowering Parents to Safeguard the Well-Being of Black Girls
May 9 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm EDT
Family involvement in the clinical treatment process for children and youth is a strong indicator of treatment success. Thus, understanding how to deliver culturally informed care can strengthen the r...
Rooted in Resilience: Cultivating Well-Being in Individuals with Disabilities
May 8 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT
This webinar explores the transformative power of gardens and gardening in enhancing the lives of individuals facing diverse disabilities. Discover how gardens, thoughtfully designed and inclusive spa...
Navigating Intersectionality in the Treatment of Youth Problematic Sexual Behavior
May 2 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm EDT
This webinar delves into the topic of Sexual Behavior in Children and Youth (SBCY) through the lens of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB). This session will emphasize the importance of...
Recent Blogs
The Mediterranean diet has long been recognized as a positive dietary pattern for supporting overall health. The Mediterranean diet includes following a dietary pattern that is based in fruits, vegetables and whole grains; incorporates healthy fats such as olive oil; focuses on small amounts of protein with a focus on…
From transition cycles across pre-deployment through post-deployment, military families experience unique seasons. Much like the seasons of military life, pregnancy is a process of longevity, lasting from pre-pregnancy well into parenthood.
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend the consumption of a variety of vegetables and fruits (USDA and US Department of Health and Human Services, 2020). Only 12.3% of adults consume enough fruit, even fewer, 10% meet the vegetable recommendations (Lee, et al., 2019).
Inclusive programs are prevalent options for students (U.S. Department of Education, 2023). These programs enroll students with and without disabilities in the same classrooms with the same learning opportunities and use practices that support all student’s learning and development.
