Driving Maternal Mental Health Support Through Healthcare Partnerships – Season 3, Episode 5In this podcast episode, host Dr. Holly Raffle speaks with Toni Ashton, Prevention and CommunityManager at the Fairfield County ADAMH Board and Christy Fisher, Director of Prevention andCommunity Engagement at the Ashtabula County Mental Health & Recovery Services Board. In the discussion, we discussed the importance of raising awareness of the National Maternal Mental HealthHotline and identified opportunities and practical strategies for Prevention Professionals to promote theNational Maternal Mental Health Hotline. Resources mentioned in this episode: National Maternal Mental Health Hotline 2023 Infant Mortality Annual Report The Communities of Practice for Rural Communities Opioid Response Program  Cradle Cincinnati  CelebrateOne  MomsFirst  First Year Cleveland Birthing Beautiful Communities 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Fairfield County ADAMH Board Ashtabula County Mental Health & Recovery Services Board

Man Therapy and Beyond: Practical Strategies for Male Mental Wellness – Season 3, Episode 4In this podcast episode, host Dr. Holly Raffle speaks with Daniel Benett, Director of StatewidePrevention and Expansion at the Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation and Kelly Barry, Senior ProgramManager in 1N5. In this discussion, we recognized the unique mental health challenges faced by menand identified actionable strategies, resources, and best practices that support men’s mental health andworkplace well-being.Resources mentioned in this episode: Man Therapy Ohio Creatives – Google Drive  Man Therapy Ohio - Presentation Man Therapy Oho – Head Inspection The U.S. Surgeon General’s Framework for Workplace Mental Health & Well-Being Men’s Mental Health Suicide Data and Statistics Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation - Employer Toolkit  988-Crisis Hotline  211  The Institute of Medicine’s Continuum of Care  Highlights for the 2022 National Survey on Drug Use and Health  WHO Guidelines on Mental Health at Work  It’s a New Era for Mental Health at Work  Trends 2030 – Workplace Wellbeing Trends Redefining the Role of CHRO

Elevating Youth Voices: The Power of Youth-Led Prevention – Season 3, Episode 3   In this podcast episode, host Dr. Holly Raffle speaks with Robin, one of the Ohio’s Regional Learning Collaborative Leaders for Ohio Adult Allies and a youth leader, Ryleigh. In this discussion, we discussed the key distinctions between "prevention for youth" and "youth-led prevention" and identified the benefits of youth-led prevention and outlined effective strategies for the sustainability of youth-led prevention programs.   Resources mentioned in this episode: Ohio Adult Allies Ohio Youth-Led Prevention Network (OYLPN) Youth to Youth Youthmove Ohio  OPPA Young Prevention Professionals Partnership (YP3) Youth Leadership in Prevention (YLP) Impact Prevention  Healthy Choices Caring Communities (HC3) Educational Service Center (ESC) of Northeast Ohio Youth At The Center Arkbuilders

Localizing the “Talk. They Hear You” Campaign – Season 2, Episode 12   In this podcast episode, host Leslie Hoylman speaks with Carey McKee, Drug-free Community Project Coordinator with Clark County Partners in Prevention. In this discussion, we explored the purpose and key components of the “Talk. They Hear You” Campaign, discussed how the campaign has been effectively localized and the impact it has had within the local community, and provided recommendations and resources for other communities looking to implement the campaign.  Resources mentioned in this episode:   "Talk. They Hear You."® Underage Drinking Campaign "Talk. They Hear You."® Parent Resources Screen4Success - Talk. They Hear You  Clark County Partners in Prevention  OHYES! SUPPORT Act Prevention Action Alliance – Resources for Parents Youth & Family Resource Guide CCPIP Talk. They Hear You Top Pages of Calendar   

Building Relationships with Elected Officials to Champion Prevention – Season 3, Episode 2In this podcast episode, host Dr. Holly Raffle speaks with Dontavius Jarrells, Ohio House ofRepresentatives and Maggie Lutterus, Public Policy & Advocacy Coordinator at Prevention ActionAlliance. In this discussion, we identified best practices for engaging with elected officials and their staffto build lasting partnerships that advance prevention efforts and ways to position organizations as acredible resource for the elected official and their team.Resources mentioned in this episode: Pay Stub Protection Act Rep. Jarrells, Community Organizations Highlight Societal, Economic Benefits of Passing LeadLine Replacement Act in Cleveland Prevention Action Alliance-Resources for Prevention Advocacy  Ohio Legislative Service Commission Redbook-LBO Analysis of Executive Budget Proposal  Advocacy Toolkit-CADCA’s Guide to Educating Legislators  Ohio House Begins Hearings on the State's Main Operating Budget  Bipartisan Foster-to-College Scholarship Act Reintroduced to Support Ohios Foster Youth  Schoolhouse Rock: How a Bill Becomes a Law  How Laws Are Made  Branches of the U.S. Government

S3 E1 Show NotesStrengthening School Partnerships for Effective Prevention – Season 3, Episode 1In this podcast episode, host Dr. Holly Raffle speaks with Lauren Davis, MSW, LSW, OCPSA, BehavioralHealth and Wellness Coordinator, Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services, St. Bernard/ ElmwoodPlace High School. In this discussion, we identified practical strategies to build and nurture relationshipswith schools, school districts, and educators and supported educators in implementing evidence-basedprevention strategies in schools.Resources mentioned in this episode: SAMHSA-Strategic Prevention Framework Institute of Medicine (IOM) Classifications for Prevention Community Readiness Model Overview and Checklist Community Readiness for Community Change PreventionFIRST! – TrainingHUB! CASEL Program Guide Council for Prevention No Wrong Door

Planning for the Best Year in 2025– Season 2, Episode 11   In this podcast episode, host Dr. Holly Raffle speaks with April Schweinhart, Senior Research Scientist at Pacific Institute for Research and Evaluation (PIRE) and Ryley Jones, Program Manager at PreventionFIRST! In this discussion, we explored key aspects of strategic planning and professional development for prevention professionals. The conversation highlighted the importance of starting with a clear needs assessment, navigating the strategic planning process, and staying aligned with organizational goals to avoid mission creep. Additionally, we discussed essential skills, strategies for overcoming career challenges, and tools for professional growth to support prevention work in 2025 and beyond.   Resources mentioned in this episode:   Employee Development Plan OCAM Network  Ohio Prevention Professionals Association  Problem Gambling Network of Ohio  YouThrive  SPF Phases  Planning  Strategic Prevention Framework  Assessment  Introduction to Needs Assessment SPF-PFS Logic Chain Quick Guide (PDF version) SPF-PFS Logic Chain Quick Guide (MS Word version) SPF-PFS Community Strategic Plan Map Template 11x17 (annotated version 4-10-2018) SPF-PFS Community Strategic Plan Map Template 11x17 (MS Word version 4-10-2018)

Promoting Mental Health for Holiday Season– Season 2, Episode 10In this podcast episode, host Dr. Holly Raffle speaks with Jessica Zavala, Director of Ohio Program forCampus Safety and Mental Health (OPCSMH) at Northeast Ohio Medical University; Burk Steinman,Senior Prevention Coordinator, Prevention Action Alliance, and Maureen Fagans, Executive Director &CEO, United Senior Services in Clark County Ohio. The guests discussed the unique needs of thepopulations they serve and highlighted common challenges across these diverse groups. Theconversation also explored strategies for addressing social isolation and loneliness year-round.Resources mentioned in this episode:  Supporting Your Mental Health During the Holiday Season Creating a Healthier Life: A Step-by-step Guide to Wellness Ohio Program for Campus Safety & Mental Health  The Healthy Minds Study-Student Survey The Healthy Minds Study: 2023-2024 Data Report G.A.P. Network The Intersection of Grief and Substance Misuse: Preventative Measures for the Holidays What’s Your Grief United Senior Service (USS) 10 Ways to Combat Student Loneliness: A Guide for Higher Education Professionals Central Ohio Grief Care Coalition  Peanut Butter Pie Recipe Recommended by Jessica

Celebrating 20 Years of the Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF) – Season 2, Episode 9 In this podcast episode, host Dr. Holly Raffle speaks with George Hicks, President, Arkbuilders and TracyJohnson, Principal, TTJ Group & former SAMHSA Regional Technical Assistance Director. They discussed the origins, motivations, and goals in the creation of the SPF, the practical implementation strategies for the SPF, and potential opportunities to introduce the SPF to new sectors and communities. Tune in to the conversation to learn more about the SPF and how it has transferred the prevention work in Ohio. Resources mentioned in this episode: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Strategic PreventionFramework (SPF): Strategic Prevention Framework | SAMHSA Evidence-Based Practices Resource Center: | SAMHSA Selecting Best-fit Programs and Practices: Guidance for Substance Misuse PreventionPractitioners: Selecting Best-fit Programs and Practices: Guidance for Substance MisusePrevention Practitioners | SAMHSA Prevention First Professional Development Resource Guide:https://www.prevention.org/Resources/b539db75-c884-48ef-9cda-e845190623aa/SPFResourceGuide.pdf Strategic Prevention Framework Partnerships for Success (SPF-PFS): Home 3 - StrategicPrevention Framework SEO - SPFPFS - SEO Arkbuilders: Arkbuilders Inc. – Arkbuilders.org Strategic Prevention Framework: Strategic Prevention Framework | Department of MentalHealth and Addiction Services (ohio.gov) Ohio Adult Allies: Who We Are – OAA (ohioadultallies.com) AOD Prevention: Prevention 101 (abhpc.org)

Unmasking Masculinity: Redefining Violence Prevention – Episode 8, Season 2 In this podcast episode, host Dr. Holly Raffle speaks with Glenn A. Harris, Director of Prevention at Ohio Domestic Violence Network. They discuss the importance of challenging harmful gender stereotypes, the impact of harmful masculinity on individuals, families, and communities, and strategies for promoting healthy masculinity and fostering gender equality. Tune in to the conversation to learn more about healthy masculinity and ways to promote positive, equitable relationships. Resources mentioned in this episode: CDC Veto Violence: VetoViolence | Resources for violence prevention (cdc.gov) Ohio Domestic Violence Network: Home - Ohio Domestic Violence Network (odvn.org) Works they do: Our Work - Ohio Domestic Violence Network (odvn.org) OHMAN Healthy Masculinity Campaign: Ohio Men's Action Network (OHMAN) -Ohio Domestic Violence Network (odvn.org)  Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence: Ohio Campus Coalition for Advocates andPreventionists | Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence (oaesv.org) SCADV: State Coalitions (ncadv.org) A Call to Men - Tony Porter (he/him/his): Tony Porter (he/him/his) - A Call to Men Ohio Men’s Action Network: PlaybookBrochure-Community-1.pdf (oaesv.org) Courageous Conversations with Ohio Men: Courageous Conversations w/ OhioMen: Masculinity Redefined—A Shared Journey of Understanding (youtube.com)

In this podcast episode, host Dr. Holly Raffle speaks with Melissa Cannon, Associate. Professor at Western Oregon University, and Jarmin Yeh, Associate Professor at UCSF. They define what a third space is, their importance to the aging population, and how helping professionals can advocate for safe and socially just third spaces.This episode highlights the health benefits that come from preventing social isolation, the increasing popularity of online third spaces, and how third spaces can be used as a channel for public health efforts.Resources Mentioned - Chapter 12: Aging in Third Placeshttps://www.elgaronline.com/edcollchap/book/9781802209983/book-part-9781802209983-23.xml- AARP Livable Communitieshttps://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/- The McDonaldization of Societyhttps://www.amazon.com/McDonaldization-Society-George-Ritzer/dp/1483358941- Palaces for the Peoplehttps://www.ericklinenberg.com/books- Togetherhttps://www.vivekmurthy.com/together-book - Bowling Alonehttp://bowlingalone.com/- The Great Good Place: Cafes, Coffee Shops, Bookstores, Bars, Hair Salons, andOther Hangouts at the Heart of a Communityhttps://www.dacapopress.com/titles/ray-oldenburg-phd/the-great-good-place/9781569246818/World/ - World Health Organization, Age-friendly Worldhttps://extranet.who.int/agefriendlyworld/- Creating Spaces for an Ageing Society: The Role of Critical Social Infrastructurehttps://www.emerald.com/insight/publication/doi/10.1108/9781839827389

In this podcast episode, Host Dr. Holly Raffle speaks with Shereen El Mallah, a faculty affiliate at Youth-Nex.They define what a thriving youth looks like and what that means for organizationsworking with and serving young demographics.This episode defines the six dimensions of thriving youth – health, cognition, identity, meaning and purpose, emotion, and social – the decision-making process that went into defining these categories and their intentions for how organizations and communities can use this model in their youth-centered work. Resources Mentioned Portrait of a Thriving Youth | https://education.virginia.edu/research-initiatives/research-centers-labs/youth-nex/youth-nex-initiatives/portrait-thriving-youth o Tips, Takeaways, & Resources for Educators |https://education.virginia.edu/sites/default/files/2024-05/youth-nex_portrait-educator-resource-1pager_2024-03-06.pdf o Self-Reflection Tool |https://education.virginia.edu/sites/default/files/2024-02/youth-nex_portrait-of-a-thriving-youth-self-assessment_2024-02-06.pdf o Skills & Competencies |https://education.virginia.edu/sites/default/files/2024-02/youth-nex_portrait-knowledge-skills-and-competencies-overview_2024-02-06.pdf o Infographic | https://education.virginia.edu/sites/default/files/2023-10/youth-nex_portrait_graphic_2023-09-29.pdf  Youth-Nex Website | https://education.virginia.edu/research-initiatives/research-centers-labs/youth-nex

In this podcast episode, host Dr. Holly Raffle speaks with Luke Russell, Executive Director for the National Alliance on Mental Illness of Ohio (NAMI Ohio). They discuss the landscape of caregiving, the diversity of caregivers and the challenges they face, as well as the unique experiences of caregivers of individuals with mental illness. This episode highlights the negative impact that burnout can have on the mental, emotional, and behavioral health of caregivers, the importance of relationships and community support for caregiver well-being, and guidance for navigating existing systems of support in Ohio. Find the resources mentioned and learn more about trauma-informed prevention on the Center's Resource Library.

In this podcast episode, host Dr. Holly Raffle speaks with Amy Hawthorne, Trauma-Informed Care Coordinator at the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services, ahead of Trauma-Informed Care Awareness Month in May. They discuss the neurobiology of trauma, the impact of trauma on individuals and communities, and outline the six principles of trauma- informed approaches that can be applied to prevention work and everyday life. This episode highlights many resources for Prevention Professionals who are seeking to adopt a trauma- informed lens. Find the resources mentioned and learn more about trauma-informed prevention on the Center's Resource Library.

In this podcast episode, host Dr. Holly Raffle speaks with Nicole Sillaman, Executive Director of the Ohio Children’s Trust Fund. They discuss the importance of using outcomes-focused language when communicating support and programs with parents and families. This episode highlights a framework of protective factors for the well-being of parents and children and the intersection of social determinants of health and risk factors like parental stress. Tune in to the conversation to learn more about the landscape of support for parents in Ohio and strategies to promote healthy family environments. Find the resources mentioned and learn more about trauma-informed prevention on the Center's Resource Library.

Paying Homage to “Nothing About Us Without Us” – Episode 2, Season 2   In this podcast episode, host Dr. Holly Raffle engages in conversation with Tiffany Allen from Ohio Department of Health’s Center for Public Health Excellence and David Baum from the Fairfield County Board of Developmental Disabilities. They discuss the nuances of disabilities –as a broad population of society and as an individual experience. This episode highlights the history of the slogan “Nothing About Us Without Us” in the disability rights movement, definitions of disability, risk and protective factors for substance use disorder among individuals with disabilities, and recommendations for community partnerships to build strong communities together. Tune in to the conversation to learn more about disabilities and how Prevention spaces can become increasingly accessible and inclusive.   Resources mentioned in this episode: Crip Camp documentary: https://cripcamp.com/, currently streaming on Netflix Find organizations in your community to partner with: Local DD Board Local ADAMH Board Local Job and Family Services Deaf and Hard of Hearing Centers Local Veterans Affairs Trainings by Starfire https://www.starfirecincy.org/ 

Promoting Behavioral Health Equity with Accountable Spaces – Episode 1, Season 2   In this podcast episode, host Dr. Holly Raffle engages in conversation with Elise Ahenkorah, award-winning global inclusion strategist and founder of inclusion FACTOR. They discuss the differences between safe, brave, and accountable spaces in a variety of settings. This episode highlights the use of accountable space guidelines that ensure intentions are aligned with actions and all individuals are respected, valued, and heard. Tune in to the conversation to learn more about how coalition meetings and other Prevention spaces can implement accountable spaces and meaningful representation as they work toward behavioral health equity.   Referenced in this podcast: Safe and Brave Spaces Don’t Work (and What You Can Do Instead) by Elise Ahenkorah: https://medium.com/@elise.k.ahen/safe-and-brave-spaces-dont-work-and-what-you-can-do-instead-f265aa339aff 

Impaired Driving Prevention Ep 10 S1 In this podcast episode, host Dr. Holly Raffle interviews Angie Byrne with the United States Department of Transportation. They discuss the nuances of impaired driving that fall outside of conventional understanding and resources for the prevention workforce on evidence-based practices and grant funding. This episode highlights the considerations for impaired driving prevention in Ohio as recreational cannabis use becomes legalized in the state. Tune in to the conversation to learn more about important intersections of transportation and public health.   Resources referenced in this podcast: Countermeasures That Work by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA): A reference guide with evidence-based practices for addressing highway safety. 11th Edition now available.  https://www.nhtsa.gov/book/countermeasures/countermeasures-that-work Ohio Traffic Safety Office: A source of statewide and local grant funding. https://publicsafety.ohio.gov/what-we-do/our-programs/ohio-traffic-safety-office-sa Road to Zero Community Traffic Safety Grants: https://www.nsc.org/road/resources/road-to-zero/road-to-zero-grants Safe Streets and Roads for All: A federal grant program for communities. https://www.transportation.gov/grants/SS4A Research on per-se limits for cannabis: https://aaafoundation.org/evaluation-data-drivers-arrested-driving-influence-relation-per-se-limits-cannabis/ and https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33544004/

Leveraging the Power of Partnerships to Address Social Determinants of Health EP 9 S1 In this podcast episode, host Dr. Holly Raffle interviews Nitakuwa Barrett Orsak, Operations Director and Program Manager at the University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School. They discuss the importance of community partnerships and place-based programming in addressing social determinants of health. Nitakuwa shares her passion for the “Call for Ideas” initiative and discusses her experience creating positive community change.   Resources referenced in this podcast: Healthy People 2030, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion. https://health.gov/healthypeople/objectives-and-data/social-determinants-health Community-Driven Initiatives Call for Ideas. https://dellmed.utexas.edu/units/department-of-population-health/community-driven-initiatives/community-driven-initiatives-call-for-ideas

Impact of Social Media on Youth Mental Health EP 8 S1 In this podcast episode, host Dr. Holly Raffle interviews Jayla Lee, Program Coordinator with PreventionFIRST!. They discuss the mental health effects of social media use on young people and the resources available for learning more about this topic. This episode highlights the further research needed to understand the positive and negative effects of social media on youth and suggests collaborative action steps that can be taken by various sectors to counter the negative effects. Tune in to the conversation to learn more about social media and youth mental health.   Resources referenced in this podcast: The Ohio Coaching and Mentoring Network (OCAM) is a statewide initiative providing capacity building and workforce development for prevention professionals. https://ocamnetwork.org/ PreventionFIRST! implements best practice strategies to reduce the risk of behavioral health disorders in the tri-state region where Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky converge.  https://www.prevention-first.org/ Listeners can connect with Jayla Lee via email at jlee@prevention-first.org.