CommunityTHRIVES Lab @ UMD SPH

Meet Wenxi Yu! ✨ A PhD student & TA in the Department of Behavioral & Community Health, she brings global health and nursing training from King’s College London. Wenxi researches adolescent mental health, substance use, and women’s empowerment, with a focus on Asian communities. #UMD #HealthResearch

Congratulations to Dr. Carson Peters, who successfully defended her dissertation: “Beyond the Bench: Evidence-Based Strategies for Equitable Clinical Research Engagement.”
We are so proud of you! Your work embodies what transformative, equity-centered work looks like. 💫 #CommunityEngagedResearch

Please join us for this year’s Sleep Out on November 21st to support youth experiencing homelessness. Scan the QR code to register or donate to support the Sleep Out. #publichealthterps #communitythriveslab

It’s been a great APHA from the Community THRIVES Lab. We look forward to staying connected with everyone 🙂
#apha2025 #communitythriveslab #rosiethechatbot #fosteringhealthyrelationships #publichealthterps

We are happy to share that our colleagues, Alexis Hunter, Bryan Shannon & Swati Sah (@swatisah.bsky.social), will present their research at the American Public Health Association (@apha.org) tomorrow!
#apha2025 #communitythriveslab #rosiethechatbot #fosteringhealthyrelationships

As we celebrate #UMDHomecoming, we’re reminded that every thriving community starts with care.

The Community THRIVES Lab is dedicated to supporting the health and well-being of mothers, parents, and families, because when they thrive, our whole community does.
#CommunityThrivesAtUMD #UMDHomecoming

Don't miss out on tomorrow's event from
@publichealthumd.bsky.social

What’s it like growing up with a parent who has psychiatric challenges?
Join Maggie Jarry, M.Div for “Living Between Worlds” — a virtual talk on family, mental health, and resilience.
Register: go.umd.edu/betweenworlds

October is Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month.
Stillbirth and infant loss affect families across every community.
The Community Thrives Lab stands with every parent who has experienced loss and is committed to creating supportive, equitable systems for maternal and infant health🎗
#UMDResearch

Homelessness isn’t caused by one thing—it’s shaped by systemic inequities, trauma, and lack of access to resources.
Covenant House offers holistic support to help youth find stability and hope. 💙
#YouthHomelessness #CovenantHouse

Domestic violence isn’t always visible, and it can affect anyone, regardless of gender, age, or background. Understanding the truth is the first step toward supporting survivors and ending the cycle of abuse.
#DVAM #DomesticViolenceAwareness #SupportSurvivors

4.2 million youth experience homelessness each year.
Behind every number is a story—and a young person who deserves safety, opportunity, and hope. 💛
#YouthHomelessness #CovenantHouse

This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we’re encouraging everyone to prioritize their health.
Regular self-exams and screenings are key to early detection and better outcomes. Check out this self-exam guide from @uvahealth.bsky.social
#BreastCancerAwareness

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). DVAM is a chance for everyone to unite to end domestic violence. We want to join together in solidarity to listen to and uplift survivors directly. Check out the National Domestic Violence Hotline to find out more. #WithSurvivors #DVAM2025

This month isn’t just about celebration. It’s about recognition.

Hispanic leaders in early childhood are breaking barriers: shaping policy, shifting culture and ensuring that every child sees themselves reflected in the people who care for and teach them: https://bit.ly/4nm1RNA

This week is Mental Health Awareness Week! This year’s theme, “Building Community: Supporting Mental Well-being Together,” underscores the power of connections to strengthen mental health support. Check out the National Alliance for Mental Health for resources. #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness

Last week we bid farewell to Carson Peters, who completed her time in our lab. Her contributions to Rose the Chatbot and her dedication to the team made a lasting impact. We’re so grateful for all her hard work and wish her the very best in her next chapter!

Please welcome Madelyn Kinney! Madelyn is a second-year student at the University of Maryland. She is currently an ambassador for the Public Health practice major. Welcome to the Community THRIVES lab! #communitythriveslab #publichealth

October is #DomesticViolencePreventionMonth. Learn more about the work Dr Elizabeth
Aparicio and the #THRIVESLab are doing to prevent violence. Make sure to follow the #ThrivesLab so you know when the next annual intimate partner violence symposium will be held! calendar.umd.edu/family-and-i...

Kendyl Oliver of the #CommunityThrivesLab presented to a full house at the UMD Advising Conference, on the importances of thinking about the needs of Undergraduate Student Parents! To learn more visit sph.umd.edu/research-imp... #studentparents #parents #undergranduates

UMD-PRC Tools and Guides | University of Maryland | School of Public Health Don't miss our newly released tools!

🚨Resource Alert🚨Newly released tools curated by #UMDPreventionResearchCenter Such a breadth and depth of resources and tools for LGBTQ+ communities

YouTube video by PGCTV Supporting Youth Aging Out of Foster Care

Check out our video from the Emerging Adults Resource Summit #CASAPG #PrinceGeorge'sCountyCommunityCollege
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CASA Hosts First-Ever Emerging Adults Resource Summit On Aug. 22, Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA)/Prince George’s County and the University of Maryland’s School of Public Health Community Thrives Lab co-hosted the first-ever Emerging Adults Resou...

✨Community Partner Shoutout✨ Excited to share our collaboration with CASA of Prince George’s County for the Emerging Adults Resource Summit this past month. Check out this article to learn more #CASAPG #PrinceGeorge'sCountyCommunityCollege

Our authorship teams includes #Dr.ChannellDoig #Dr.MichelleJasczynski #DanielleR.Phillips #Dr.JenniferL.Robinson #FadumaAden #Dr.MaishaHuq #KaitlynLee #Dr.GaryJones #ChloeBernardi @drlizaparicio.bsky.social

Infographic focused on the experiences of child welfare social workers in addressing substance use among maltreated young mothers to prevent child maltreatment

Today is #NationalFamilyDay, which we honor healthy, safe, and diverse families in the work we do at the Community THRIVES Lab. We wanted to highlight our work focused on supporting young mothers with substance use in preventing child maltreatment #publichealthprevention

We are happy to share that we are hosting with our community partner CASA - the Emerging Adults Resource Summit: Identifying Gaps, Building Solutions for Young Adults Aging Out of Foster Care. Please see flyer for details. Hope to see you all there! #summit #fosteryouth #emergingadults

Help shape Rosie, a new parenting chatbot made for our community.
We're hosting Zoom focus groups to learn about your experiences and get your feedback. Your insights will help us build an app that truly supports LGBTQ+ parents of color.
Interested? Learn more or sign up here: go.umd.edu/rosiedg

We had a great time at the Society for Prevention Research 2025 🙌🏽 Thank you for stopping by and learning about our work #research #SPR2025 #conference

Dear colleagues, please join us today in the 2025 NINR Artificial Intelligence Boot Camp. We will be talking about our engagement strategies in the Rosie the Chatbot study 🎉 #research #artificialintelligence #engagement #strategies

We are happy to share that we will be attending and presenting at the Society for Prevention Research Annual Meeting 2025. Please join us to learn more about our work #spr2025 #conference #research

Navigating College Life as a Student Parent: Insights and Recommendations - Healthy Teen Network A new study explores the unique challenges that student parents face—with recommendations on how schools can better support them.

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Check out this new article about Navigating college life as a Student. An exciting collaborative effort from members of the Community Thrives Lab and Montclair University! #HealthyTeen #MontclairStateUniversity #UMD #SPH