When a child faces a behavioral health crisis, every response matters. Chettie Greer of Emergency Medical Services for Children explores the growing reality of pediatric mental health emergencies across North Dakota and how communities, first responders, educators, and healthcare providers can work together to create more compassionate, coordinated pathways to care and healing.
Read MoreThe 2026 Summit on Behavioral Health in Energy Country is building a lineup that feels human, useful, and grounded in real community needs. One speaker already confirmed is keynote Brandon Saho, creator of The Mental Game. His interactive session offers practical tools for emotional regulation, stigma reduction, and supporting each other before stress becomes crisis.
Read MoreIn western North Dakota, people show up for each other. We do it in small ways and in big ways. We bring meals. We cover a shift. We check on a neighbor who has gone quiet. We also show up by learning together, especially when the challenges are complex and the stakes are high.
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