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Welcome to the Open Sky Webinar
We will begin at 6 pm- see you soon!
Healing the Brain
Brain Chemistry and Healing at Open Sky
Dr. Katie Grace MacElveen
Goals of Presentation
Understand how cutting-edge neuroscience research supports Open Sky as a powerful intervention
Increase our ability to work together to support transition from wilderness to next steps
Share my passion
Typical Challenges for Students at Open Sky
Depression Anxiety Self-harm/suicidal
ideation Mild eating
disorders Drug/alcohol abuse Chemical
dependency Bipolar disorder Grief/loss Trauma
Self-esteem issues Family issues Relationship issues Identity issues School &
employment problems
Feeling lost, unsure of the future
History of treatment failures
DevelopmentLines of Development Cognition Self-identify (ego) Values Emotions Morals Interpersonal Spiritual Needs Kinesthetic Musical
Touched by a Wild Mountain Gorilla Video*Your connection and computer speeds may vary, resulting in different play back experiences.
Gorilla Encounter
What was your experience?
What is Needed for Healthy Development? Safety Tools/skills Support for learning New and challenging
experiences in an oxytocin rich environment: Positive social interactions Psychological support Sensory experiences
(smell, taste)Kerstin Uvnäs-Moberg M.D., Ph.D. of Sweden
Effects of Oxytocin Reduction in
anxiety symptoms Reduction of blood
pressure & cortisol levels
Increase in pain threshold
Stimulation of positive social interactions, overall growth, and healing
Belonging
Oxytocin & addiction
Disease model of addiction:Brain reward systems results in compulsive drug alcohol useBrain Healing: 8-12 weeks to increase dopemine uptake, create new paths for stress toleranceKevin T. McCauley, M.D.
Connecting to Meaning and Purpose
Simple and Consistent
Substance-freeTechnology-freeDistraction-freeSupport for self- understandingSupport for applying tools
Teaming for TransitionPreparing for next stage:Relapse awareness and support planTools, skills, and support for transitionFamily quests & graduation
Thank you!
Dr. Katie Grace MacElveenClinical Therapist for Young Adults
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