Sensitive parenting in childhood creates substantial cost savings
A recent study found that sensitive, responsive parenting—specifically in early childhood—has a direct correlation with not only positive mental and physical health, but also financial benefits for families and society. The study, which included contributing author Tom O’Connor, the Wynne Distinguished Professor of Psychiatry, shows that average costs for children raised by the most responsive parents are well under $3,000, compared to more than $30,000 for children raised by the least responsive parents.
In today’s issue:
Bring your unwanted personal documents to be securely shredded and recycled at next week’s Shred Fest
The Office of Total Rewards is hosting an upcoming webinar on retiree benefits
Elizabeth Murray, an assistant professor of clinical emergency medicine and of clinical pediatrics, shares some water safety tips for families
On Friday, July 23, University Facilities and Services will hold the 11th annual Shred Fest, from 6:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in Zone 3 South. University faculty, staff, students, and alumni can drop off up to five boxes or bags of unwanted personal documents to be securely shredded and recycled. Find the full details, as well as the event flyer and a directive map of the event location. Questions can be directed to Amy Kadrie at amy.kadrie@rochester.edu.
Join the Office of Total Rewards for a webinar at 1 p.m. EDT on Monday, July 26, to learn about eligibility to retire, what steps to take if you plan to retire soon, health and dental benefits, life insurance, and other incentives offered to you after retirement. Register here. If you are unable to attend live, you can find the recorded version online.
Trust in the workplace
Do you remember your first day of work? You were likely feeling a mixture of excitement and nervousness, and asking yourself, “Will I be able to do this? Who will answer my questions? Who can I trust?” You bring beliefs and assumptions with you to your new job that shape your answers to these questions. Read the July Behavioral Health Partners blog to learn more about trust in the workplace.
Registration for the Behavioral Health Integration 6th Annual Symposium is now open. Between September 17 and October 8, speakers will hold virtual talks every Friday on substance use, suicide prevention, and public health. Find the full list of talks and register for the free symposium here.
As you enjoy the warm weather, Elizabeth Murray, an assistant professor of clinical emergency medicine and of clinical pediatrics, shares some water safety tips on the Golisano Children’s Hospital Instagram.
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