Join Scott Gagnon, Director of the New England PTTC as he interviews Dr. Matt Bellace during this one-hour special. This engaging hour-long discussion will involve comedy and inspiring stories, in addition to demonstrating Matt’s style when presenting to and communication with youth, especially during a time of social distancing and self-isolation. Since 1995, Matt Bellace has been traveling the country as a professional speaker and stand-up comedian. He has spoken in 47 states to a wide range of audiences, including SEAL Team Six and survivors of Sandy Hook. Dr. Bellace has a PhD in clinical neuropsychology and trained at both the National Institutes of Mental Health and the traumatic brain and spinal cord injury units of Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. He is the author of the book, “A Better High,” contributing author for National Geographic Kids.
For this hour-long conversation, we asked Matt some viewer-submitted questions that covered a variety of topics, with a focus on how to help youth and adults cope with stress, how to remain engaged with youth, and tips and pointers on how to use humor to engage in prevention conversations.