Addressing Teen Mental Health Needs at Individual and Community Levels
Irene Lopatovska, Allison Cathey, Celia Coan, Melissa Bowden, Harrison Cortellesi, Alain Laforest, Van Nguyen, Hannah Ramirez
In-Person, PapersAbstract
The study explored how to support teen resilience by examining the experiences of adolescents in the U.S. and Ukraine. Semi-structured interviews with parents from the U.S. and Ukraine were used to investigate the emotional distress experienced by adolescents and the resilience strategies and resources they use. Ukrainian and U.S. parents’ reports share many similarities and demonstrate the importance of community institutions in supporting teens. Findings suggest that libraries can support adolescents by offering curated content and mental health assistance and by providing safe spaces (digital and physical) to obtain information and socialize with peers.
Date
May 28, 2025 13:00 ADT — 13:25 ADT
Location
Rowe 1007 and Zoom
Pratt Institute School of Information
Allison Cathey holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of Missouri and a Master’s in Library and Information Science from Pratt Institute. With a strong academic foundation and a passion for library services, Allison adapted her education around her interests in law librarianship and legal information. She aims to leverage her educational background to contribute to the development and accessibility of legal research materials, as demonstrated in her portfolio. Allison is hardworking, has exceptional organizational skills, and dedication to upholding library science principles. With a commitment to continuous learning, Allison is eager to utilize the skills learned in her MSLIS to advance her career.